Javier Gomez

Javier Gomez is a renowned Spanish triathlete, celebrated for his versatility and achievements in the sport. Born on March 25, 1983, in Basel, Switzerland, to Spanish immigrants, he moved to Spain at a young age and began his triathlon career in 1998. Gomez's early success included winning the U23 Triathlon World Championships in 2003. He is best known for being the first athlete to win five Triathlon World Championships, along with two Ironman 70.3 World Championships and a Long Distance World Championship. Gomez's career highlights include an Olympic silver medal at the 2012 London Games and multiple European titles. Despite facing health challenges early in his career, he persevered to become one of the most accomplished triathletes in history. His dedication to the sport and his ability to adapt to different race formats have made him a legend in triathlon. Currently, Gomez splits his time between Spain and New Zealand, continuing to inspire future generations through his involvement in initiatives like the Pho3nix Kids Triathlon.