One of the best battles of my career || Challenge Daytona

This was one of the best races I have ever done. This will be a special memory in my career. Thank you to the incredible staff at the Challenge family for putting on such a spectacular event.
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[@Ouzkp]

Talbot did a great job on this one. imagine if Ironman let him do this shit at Kona

[@TalbotCoxMedia]

Cookie monster haha Ironman won’t even let me do it at a 70.3. So Kona sounds highly unlikely 😂

[@rodrigorios3271]

Talbot Cox well done man! I really enjoy your work. Just one recommendation: try to build a story line in your videos and only use footage that helps tell the story. In this latest video you could have used graphics that showed Lionel’s position in the race, his pace, his wattage... you could have zoomed in on his face when he looked at you with a “what’s going on?!” face... These are things I thought about while watching the video. But again, I really enjoy your work! Congrats!

[@TalbotCoxMedia]

Rodrigo Rios thanks for the suggestions. KZbin provides and incredible analytical site that allows you to look at analytics. This edit took me 5 hours to make. Doing something like that would take around a day to edit. The ROI would not be with it at the level and amount we produce. Not only that we have found the more professional the videos are the less views they get. The more shaky home made they feel the more views they get. Trust me it’s mind boggling to me as well. :)

[@wallysworkin823]

Ironman is foolish, Talbot could bring a wide range of viewers into the sport. He brought me in threw Lionel’s videos.

[@Steven-ko6ky]

@@TalbotCoxMedia Ironman needs you.

[@andyashton3605]

The way Lionel is looking at the camera at 4min:30secs - thinking "who the f&%k is this kid LOL! Great work Talbot - you're the best

[@sergiolahoz4851]

Our next monster in Spain. Pablo Dapena, remember that name

[@mrlongboardingcanada]

Yes, and the next scene you can see the pain on his face and how he realizes the kid is serious.

[@eduardobonafont4334]

kid? he is 32 years old lol

[@LJimmy08]

hold my beer

[@eliassuarez5182]

4:30

[@beltransuarez4941]

Pablo lives in a city close to mine and he trains many triathletas that I know and everyone say just good things about him, his performance the last 3 years has been outstanding and he deserves every single thing he has accomplished, hope i came across him this year

[@cjg28]

That’s a proud dad right there

[@benterblanche2744]

That was a great montage even by Talbots standards

[@ryglvojtech]

bvt6r3es d4

[@Queenmania2007]

What an absolute machine. Pablo just looks insanely fast and you managed to stay with him and wear him down. A truly great battle.

[@dannyr333]

3:05 Whoa from that slow mo to real time is so badass

[@johnsexton3380]

Recently discovered this channel and now it's one of my favorites. Watching Lionel train and race really helps inspire me to get after it. What an awesome battle that was

[@billlomax1535]

Two in a row for two top Canadians. Great job.

[@dbtri95]

4:26 moment is amazing 😂

[@RyanYokome]

Lionel crushed the race. Talbot crushed the filming and editing. Dynamic duo. Much appreciated!

[@DIYJeff]

Talbot, great job on the coverage! I was there at the race watching and yelling out splits to Lionel coming out of the swim and at the beginning of the run. I was watching you film and you had to work just about as hard as Lionel to get the coverage you did. Congrats to you both and I hope Lionel decides to come back next year. We would love to have him back in Daytona!

[@jonfish2132]

What a great event. We got breakfast with bob interviews, an exciting footrace ending, and a top quality video from Talbot. It was like micro Kona in December.

[@sebotron7736]

That look at 4:30 hahahaha the best! Now that's a race!!

[@TheDomLouis]

Great work Talbot!! Fantastic race win Lionel. I think what Lionel wanted to say in that interview was "I needed to *remind the body* NOT to cramp my hamstring" :p

[@rogerc23]

You write this comment on every video dude

[@TheDomLouis]

@@rogerc23 well observed. I'm just reminding the Lionel 😜

[@rogerc23]

😉

[@RudyBeltrame]

We all gotta be totally happy for our one and only Lionel! He's one of the most most inspiring and hardworking and humble athletes in this sports for the braves. Amazing job Lionel, you are a constant inspiration!

[@pandreoni85]

this is still the Best video of the channel @talbot do another like this .. pure motivational power 💪🏻💪🏻

[@DanielGoupil]

Your face and smile when Pablo did his first surge was priceless! I laughed so much :) Good job !

[@hanziel]

Running my first marathon today! Im watching this as motivation again! It just hypes me up. Great race, great battle, great video!

[@jeffcarrol4263]

I really like the commentary immediately following the race. It's nice seeing the family interaction.

[@cartercox7492]

What a race!!!!! What a film!!!! WoW! Great job Lionel

[@Mike.A.]

Epic race and epic footage. Shame we were not able to see it live. Congrats Lionel and thank you Talbot!

[@anakinpm]

I just miss some words from Pablo. I was looking forward to Lionel and Pablo discussing the race

[@luftatmer]

That was super inspiring! I had a local 5k race and applied pablos strategy and was constantly thinking about this video. Man that was great!

[@szymonmodelski149]

Coming back over and over, perfect drive for the training!

[@rickaguirre8193]

Talbot / Lionel you did it again! Always inspirational videos.

[@PostedPlacesTV]

That run!!!! remember that in the memory bank Lionel wow your stride is transformed and you are flying!!! Kona 2020 on your mind!!!! well done!!!

[@georgeevangelos9086]

thank you thank you thank you Talbot for getting and curating this footage, lionel sanders for being such a class act and racing your ass off one week after win a 70.3 and to the second place male finisher for making this a true battle! truly entertaining

[@przemekskrobacz5819]

God damn Talbot! Great job! Congratulations Lionel!

[@keithlacey]

One of the best videos of Talbots career - Kudos!

[@heikkisanelma6625]

That was some epic racing and epic race video! Thanks Boyz!

[@joelroman774]

Never underestimate a beast great job my man my favorite triathlete blessing for you and family come to Puerto Rico and do the Ironman on March it will be a great race for you

[@seulebrg]

Go Lionel - glad to see you execute a race like that. Pure power.

[@fabthproductions]

Lionel back, really back, on fire! How good to see! No more announcements or watt-talk, no dreaming about being strong. only doing what perhaps no other Athlet can do like that. Being himself, fighting himself, going further and - in the end - really strong! Lionel is back. On fire. PS: Thanks for this Christas jewel! Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year! Thanks Talbot, great work! 2020 can come!

[@Mike.A.]

1:00 is my new desktop background...great shots from the moto TC!

[@xXMc1ovinXx]

he truly is amazing in his mind and body. He thrives in pain, He thrives in challenge, I think the fact someone pushed him and his pace, made him work even harder, and really love his sport and craft

[@cosmin3565]

Super speed on the bike, followed by an amazing run ! 👏👏👏 ...now enjoy the Christmas!!

[@susanwiggins6309]

Fantastic - so exciting Lionel. Congratulations! And amazing coverage Talbot!

[@xtroytubex]

Maybe your best video yet! What a gracious and humble champion!

[@jayshockey5461]

So happy for ya! 💪🏻👍🏻👏🏻👊🏻 well deserved and carry this into 2020!

[@antobolmei9453]

Epic snort at 12:38 ! ahaha!

[@pandreoni85]

min 1:20 what is that tune?? so energetic! this video is nuts btw TALBOT keep them coming and GO LIONELLLL!

[@karlosfandango6637]

Enjoyed that coverage. 4:30 was funny seeing Lionel's reaction. Lol. Also Lionel and Starykiwicz just reminiscing.

[@Enbloc3]

Oh man that video and sound editing is on point. Good job to lionel and the the person making the videos for him...

[@VMR8648]

His father is so proud! Congrats!

[@kristofferolin7685]

First. Been a follower for a while, keep up the spirit!

[@kylesullivan7903]

So bummed I missed the live race on Facebook, but you did an excellent job capturing the event. Thank you! Congrats Lionel, incredible race!

[@eiksen5590]

It was a shaky 360p stream with a ONE stationary camera. Be happy that you missed it.

[@royalgregory4]

The beat drops on this video are insane. Great coverage getting all angles of this race. Congrats on the win Lionel!

[@bent3747]

That look at 4:28 into the camera. Savage.

[@Gufenaugh]

Great work Team Lionel. My HR went up just watching this exciting footage!

[@timob12]

I am so pumped for this years race, best of luck LS

[@carlosm9114]

Oh my, the best edition and soundtrack I’ve ever seen on this channel

[@user-ys6hl1uy1t]

Happy for your win, again! Great fall season, i think that middle distance is your sweet spot.

[@adammackson7807]

This is an amazing video and great battle. Awesome capture skills Talbot!

[@robertandyjustus]

Congratulations Lionel! ! ...and great vid ..

[@donnatrocks]

2020 will be your best year ever!

[@ryanw903]

14:38 that woman's reaction is priceless :D

[@michaelnischt6207]

Pur motivation - great vid! Lionel is a machine and in his element. Merry Chirstmas to you guys and all the best and success for 2020. Thank you for sharing the inspiration!

Sick footage and edits! Best triathlon shots I have seen this year :-)

[@rodrigorios3271]

Congrats Lionel! Well done!

[@salcifali1104]

Awesome race and video!

[@Clocala]

Damn, the recovery of Lionel, while giving an interview...

[@annietheberge8382]

Bravo Lionel! Good job! your running technique is really nice to watch 🙌

[@ianiscaratti4924]

annie theberge wrong

[@DrewBecza]

You're an inspiration Lionel! Keep up the good work!! Can't wait for my run workout now

[@oliverbater8927]

Great video - what a montage / great job both of you!!!!!!

[@cicirunner]

Awesome video and epic effort Lionel. Motivating as always.

[@dskyz-g2s]

this editing is insane. props talbot

[@edgarbleikur1929]

Beautiful filming and grit, what a team you two make!

[@JHKW57]

LOL that look at 4:30 was great!

[@guenthermeinname7000]

You truly r an inspiration man!

[@moveislife]

Congratulation! It's amazing!

[@willjoc]

Congrats Lionel, enjoy that off-season! Credit to Talbot as well, great montage.

[@tanwaixun126]

What a good tactic lionel well done

[@nightsfalling]

Talbot Cox you are mi video editor hero! Awesome video and race!

[@michaelmueller2949]

Wow great race

[@NYROHNINE]

Epic race, epic video! 🦁💪🏽👏🏽

[@JOTAGOMEZ23]

Impresionante victoria!!! Impresionante vídeo!! enhorabuena por el todo!!!👏👏👏👏👏

[@Jack-ug2gb]

The coolest thing about Lionel is he doesn't care about social media or read any of these lame comments

[@keomo]

Holy fuck!!!! Amazing amazing energy!! Awesome race!! Crazy footage (props Talbot)!! wow!!!

[@luftatmer]

That kit is so nice! 🔥

[@Karonev1122]

Wow Talbot!! Amazing footage

[@fredsimon]

congrats. this is one you will carry with you for long!

[@agusromeo91]

OMG your face at 4:34 made me laught so hard

[@Cyclist_Runner]

Nice video - congrats for the win! Now enjoy the holidays and see u next year!

[@denisemcgowan4038]

great to see coverage of the Paula and Lucy run battle !

[@ebhkkc1]

You would have defended this weekend Lionel if you could’ve swam a bit faster. You did an amazing job all the way to the finish !! Great job.

[@HarryTzianakisTheGodOfSpeed]

Wow! Great job! That other kid Showed no pain..

[@ansleynkaden]

Inquiring minds wanna know... Could you hear Erin call your times out to you each lap? We were standing right beside her and that made it super exciting.

[@erinmacdonald4725]

ansleynkaden haha 0%....he told me after he didn’t hear a thing 😂

[@the_fast_life]

Such a dope edit. Music was on point 👌🏼 powerful

[@miketevesfilms]

The filming and edit is incredible

[@trilete716]

Xterra needs this kind of coverage & Lionel needs to go off road!

[@CarloCFreire]

What a race! Incredible!!!

[@dana29357]

Lionel: Simply The Best 👍👍👍

[@briandekeyser]

You got the love a good battle man that was great

[@E34RRT]

Congrats Lionel 👍🎉

[@CG-99]

Awesome job Talbot!!

[@wenjuckts712]

Finally Lionel’s competing on his level. No match for the worlds elite (except of a lucky Kona Results which he could never since live up to) but on the mid distance could at least beat an up and coming guy like Pedro. But couldn’t resist to do his talking again as always. Never met any athlete that talks so much and shows so little when it comes to actual performances. Quite the opposite. The more he talks the worse he gets :D

[@TalbotCoxMedia]

Wen Juckts you have your morning coffee yet?

[@phxrsx]

My heart rate went up watching that surge.

[@trispaintrisp459]

EPIC BATTLE!!!

[@florianstegmann6068]

Holy shit, what a race... great job lionel!