Ahead of the Paris Games, World Triathlon changed the rules around tri-suits, prompting British Triathlon to contact the UK Sports Institute’s Performance Innovation Team to investigate if this rule change could present an opportunity. Utilising their vast experience from working with other sports, particularly cycling and swimming, the UKSI team set about applying knowledge to the development and design of a unique and high-performing tri-suit. Every athlete underwent a 3D laser-scan fitting and extensive consultation and ultimately had bespoke garments suited to their specific performance plans and needs for the Paris Games. GB topped the Olympic triathlon medal table and finished second in the Paralympic equivalent, with British Triathlon Performance Director Mike Cavendish commenting: “This was a huge step forwards for us a programme, and we are in no doubt that these suits contributed to the medal-winning performances in Paris.”