Rising Triathlon Star Sam Dickinson Ready to Make a Splash as New T100 Season Kicks Off in Singapore
British Olympian Sam Dickinson has established himself as one of the leading contenders for this weekend's inaugural men’s T100 race in Singapore. Known for his relentless work ethic and uncompromising approach, Dickinson enters the 2026 season with growing confidence after a year of steep learning and adaptation on the T100 circuit.
Speaking on the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) preview show, Countdown To Singapore T100, now available on YouTube, the 28-year-old — who will face reigning T100 World Champion Hayden Wilde and a high-calibre field including half of the current PTO World Rankings top ten — stated: “I believe my potential is higher than what I’ve shown so far. If you want to be the best in the world, you have to race the best in the world.”
After stepping up to the PTO’s signature 100km distance (2km swim, 80km bike, 18km run) in 2025 from short-course racing, Dickinson embraced the unknown and quickly demonstrated he belongs at the sharp end of the field. “I wanted to find out where I stood against those guys. I thought, ‘There’s no reason I can’t be in the mix,’ and just went out to see what happened,” he explained.
That mindset paid dividends, with strong performances in France, where he secured a podium finish in third place, highlighting his capability. Additional results — 5th in Spain, 6th in Wollongong and Dubai, and 8th at the Qatar T100 Finals — led to an 8th place overall in the 2025 T100 Race To Qatar. These races provided critical lessons in heat management, pacing, and nutrition, all key factors for success in Singapore’s challenging conditions.
“I learned a lot last year — whether it was heat, nutrition, or execution,” Dickinson said. “I’ve incorporated all that knowledge into my training, and now it’s about maximising it this season.”
Singapore marks Dickinson’s first appearance at the event, where heat and humidity present a unique challenge even for seasoned athletes. Yet the Brit has focused heavily on heat adaptation to ensure he arrives ready to compete. “It’s not really my forte on paper, being a pasty ginger,” he joked. “But I respond really well to heat prep. If I do that properly, I shouldn’t be at a disadvantage on the start line.”
Dickinson is under no illusions about the demands of racing in such conditions. “The best way to describe it is unpleasant,” he said. “You have to respect the environment. You can’t push the same power or speeds, so it’s about understanding that, taking your medicine early, and hopefully finishing stronger.”
Despite the intensity, Dickinson remains focused on process over pressure. “The pressure has to come from within,” he explained. “It’s about executing my race plan and being dialled into what I need to do.”
As the new T100 season begins, Dickinson embraces both the uncertainty and opportunity of a fresh start. “There are nerves — you don’t know who’s had a good winter or who’s going to set a new bar,” he said. “But that’s exciting. Singapore is where we find out.”
For Dickinson, the moment that matters most comes just before the race begins. “When you get to the start line and everything’s done — that’s the best bit. Everything’s ticked off, and then it’s all on you. That’s the fun part. That’s racing.”
With meticulous preparation behind him and a clear belief in his abilities, Dickinson arrives in Singapore ready to make a statement — positioning himself firmly among the athletes to watch at the opening men’s race of the 2026 T100 Triathlon World Tour.
This weekend’s fourth event in Singapore promises to be the biggest yet, with more than 7,000 amateur participants of all ages and abilities expected. The PTO has announced that for the first time, Olympic (1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run) and Sprint (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run) distance triathlons will be included, along with a new Youth Aquathlon (400m swim and 3km run for 14-18 year olds). These join the returning 100km triathlon, Long (9km run, 64km bike, 9km run) and Standard (6km run, 32km bike, 3km run) distance duathlons, and the 5km Music Run. For more details, visit the official T100 Singapore site.
The Singapore T100 Triathlon will be broadcast live on TNT Sport in the UK from 07:00 on Saturday 25 April. Fans can also watch globally for free on Triathlonlive.tv.
