Dries Matthys
I am Dries Matthys or 'Matitser' aka 'The Cathedral of Wezemaal' and I extremely enjoy doing sports. I've been doing triathlon for 15 years and I hope to add at least another 15 years to that. And if it's up to me, like to race for another 15 years as a pro against the best triathletes in the world on the biggest stage in our sport: Ironman. Tip of the day: Life is more than just sport, don't forget to laugh with your mates and do something crazy once in a while :)
My discipline
Triathlon
Number of hours’ training per week
25h - 30h
"A well trained donkey can beat an untrained horse"
My favourite Etixx products
My favourite product is the Natural Oat sports bar. As an endurance athlete, I eat so many sweet things during training and this one is always a delicious change.
My greatest sporting achievements
- 4th at Europetriatlon European Championship half triathlon in Menen 2023
- 8th Ironman Knokke, 70.3
- Belgian champion U23 Olympic distance
My #GiveItYourAll moment in 2024
Podium among professionals at Ironman 70.3
My social media
Instagram: @driesmatthys1
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