Taylor Knibb, born February 14, 1998, is an accomplished American triathlete who has made significant strides in the sport at a young age. Currently, Knibb trains in Boulder, Colorado, under coach, Dan Lorang.
Knibb's journey in triathlon began at age 11, inspired by watching her mother compete in an Ironman race. By 23, she became the youngest woman ever to qualify for the U.S. Olympic Triathlon Team, competing in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics (held in 2021). There, she won a silver medal in the mixed relay event.
Her achievements span various triathlon distances. Knibb is a two-time Ironman 70.3 World Champion (2022 and 2023) and has podiumed in World Triathlon Championship Series events. In 2023, she made a full-distance Ironman debut, finishing fourth at the World Championships in Kona.
Knibb's secured a qualification for the Paris 2024 Olympics in both triathlon and cycling time trial events. She is a graduate of Cornell University.
Taylor Knibb’s Training Location
Taylor Knibb currently lives and trains in Boulder, Colorado.
Taylor Knibb’s Coach
Knibb's coach is Dan Lorang. Lorang is known for coaching other successful triathletes and cyclists.
Taylor Knibb’s Achievements
Key Achievements
| Year | Achievement |
| 2021 | Olympic silver medal (Mixed Relay) |
| 2021 | World Triathlon Championship Series overall second place |
| 2022 | Ironman 70.3 World Champion |
| 2023 | Ironman 70.3 World Champion (defended title) |
| 2023 | 4th place at Ironman World Championships (debut) |
| 2024 | Qualified for Paris Olympics in Triathlon and Cycling Time Trial |
Olympic Achievements
| Year | Event | Result |
| 2021 | Tokyo Olympics - Mixed Relay | Silver Medal |
| 2021 | Tokyo Olympics - Individual | 16th Place |
| 2024 | Paris Olympics Qualification | Triathlon |
| 2024 | Paris Olympics Qualification | Cycling Time Trial |
Ironman 70.3 World Championships
| Year | Result |
| 2021 | Bronze Medal |
| 2022 | Gold Medal |
| 2023 | Gold Medal (defended title) |
World Triathlon Championship Series
| Year | Event | Result |
| 2021 | Yokohama | Gold Medal |
| 2021 | Montreal | Silver Medal |
| 2021 | Edmonton Finals | Gold Medal |
| 2021 | Overall Series Ranking | 2nd Place |
Junior and U23 World Championships
| Year | Championship | Result |
| 2015 | ITU Junior World Championships | Silver Medal |
| 2016 | ITU Junior World Championships | Gold Medal |
| 2017 | ITU Junior World Championships | Gold Medal |
| 2018 | ITU U23 World Championships | Gold Medal |
Notable Firsts and Records
| Achievement | Details |
| Youngest US Olympic Triathlon Team Qualifier | At age 23 for Tokyo 2020 |
| Youngest Woman to Podium in ITU World Triathlon Series | Silver in Edmonton, 2017 |
| Youngest Woman to Win Ironman 70.3 World Championship | Gold in St. George, 2022 |
| One of Three Women to Hold Both Junior and U23 World Titles | Achieved in 2016-2018 |
FAQ's on Taylor Knibb Trainer
A. Taylor Knibb was born on February 14, 1998.
A. Taylor Knibb resides in Boulder, Colorado, United States.
A. Taylor Knibb attended the Cornell University.
