Chasing Dreams Beyond Limits

My triathlon journey began in 2024 with a simple goal: to challenge myself. What followed was a journey filled with growth, setbacks, determination, and unforgettable experiences.

In 2026, I achieved one of my biggest milestones by qualifying for the 2027 World Championships in Qatar. While this achievement represents hours of hard work, it also tells the story of overcoming challenges that were never visible from the outside.

For a long time, I struggled with unexplained health issues that made training and racing incredibly difficult. Before being diagnosed with POTS, many days felt like an uphill battle, and I often doubted whether I would be able to continue pursuing the sport I had fallen in love with.

Thankfully, the right diagnosis, proper guidance, and incredible support helped me regain confidence in both my health and my athletic journey. What once felt impossible slowly became achievable.

Today, I am chasing a dream that is bigger than myself. Through this platform, I hope to share the highs and lows of the journey, inspire others facing their own challenges, and connect with sponsors and supporters who want to be part of an extraordinary road to the World Championships.

Together, we can prove that setbacks don’t define our future. Courage does.

– LEANDRI VAN ONSELEN, triathlete based in Somerset West, South Africa –