Overview

• André Schürrle, Germany's 2014 World Cup hero, will compete in his first long-distance triathlon at Challenge Roth in Bavaria on July 6.
• The race includes a 3.8 km swim, 180 km bike ride, and a 42.2 km marathon, marking a significant shift from his football career to endurance sports.
• Schürrle has chosen to train without a coach or set time targets, prioritizing fun and self-discovery over competitive benchmarks.
• Occasionally, he seeks advice from triathlon legends Patrick Lange and Jan Frodeno but largely relies on his own approach.
• Since retiring from football in 2020, Schürrle has pursued extreme physical challenges to test his mental and physical limits.