Battle-tested in the One Water Race, three of these athletes have taken on the challenge before but have yet to reach the finish line. Now, seasoned swimrunners and endurance racers Jarrod Shoemaker, Chris Wright, and Kristen Smith are back—stronger and more determined than ever. Joining them is a six-time French Elite Triathlon champion and Olympic athlete, bringing a new level of experience and competitive edge. Together, they form Team 2 – USA/FRA, ready to push their limits once again.
– Why do you want to participate in One Water Race?
The opportunity to be a part of such an amazing event to explore our human capacity. We all have started the race but never finished, so we are very much driven to reach the lighthouse on Landsort.
– What would be your biggest challenge as a team?
We predict that orienteering and keeping morale high, especially in the pitch black of the night in the archipelago, will be our biggest challenges as a team.
– What are your goals if you would participate in One Water Race?
Our goal has always been firstly to get to the Lighthouse in Landsort and perform at our best as a team. We are striving to continue to improve so that we are stronger and smarter than previous years to be on the top step of the podium!
