Lauren Campbell facts for kids
Campbell at the 2010 ITU World Triathlon Championships in Lausanne, Switzerland
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| Nickname(s) | Grovesy, Grovez | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 2 September 1981 Vancouver, British Columbia |
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| Height | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 55 kg (121 lb) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country |  Canada |
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| Club | Queen's Triathlon Club | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Coached by | Philippe Bertrand | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Lauren Campbell (born Lauren Groves on September 2, 1981) is a talented triathlete from Canada. A triathlete is an athlete who competes in a race that combines swimming, cycling, and running. Lauren won a bronze medal at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She also competed for Canada at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. She was once ranked among the top triathletes in the world.
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About Lauren Campbell
Lauren Campbell was born in Vancouver, British Columbia. She started her sports journey very young. At age six, she was already swimming competitively. She also enjoyed running cross-country and track and field.
Starting Triathlon
When Lauren was nineteen, she decided to focus on triathlon. This happened when she started attending Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. She began training with the Queen's University Triathlon Club. Lauren later shared that she had never heard of triathlon before. She became interested after watching Canadian athlete Simon Whitfield win a gold medal in the men's triathlon at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney.
After finishing her psychology degree, Lauren moved to Victoria, British Columbia. There, she trained full-time at the National Triathlon Training Centre. This helped her become a top triathlete.
Lauren's Triathlon Career
Lauren Campbell made her first big appearance in 2001. She competed at the ITU Triathlon World Championship in Edmonton, Alberta. She was in the junior category and finished in thirty-first place. She worked hard and improved her skills. She trained about forty hours each week.
Rising to the Top
By 2003, Lauren achieved a great result. She finished fourth at the ITU Triathlon World Under-23 Championships in Queenstown, New Zealand. This made her one of Canada's best triathletes. She continued to succeed, winning the 2006 ITU Triathlon Pan American Cup in Roatan, Honduras. She also won her first national championship in Brampton, Ontario.
Lauren reached a higher international level in 2006. She finished fourth at the 2006 ITU Triathlon World Championships in Lausanne, Switzerland. This was the best result for a Canadian female triathlete since 2000. She was also ranked third in a World Cup competition after placing eighth in Edmonton.
Pan American Games and Olympics
Lauren qualified for the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She won the bronze medal in the women's triathlon. Her time was 1 hour, 59 minutes, and 50 seconds. She finished just behind two U.S. triathletes. This success made her a strong contender in future international races.
In 2008, Lauren was chosen for the Canadian national team. She went to the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. She was in good shape, but she had been dealing with knee problems. During the women's triathlon event, Lauren started well in the swimming part. She was chasing the leaders in the cycling race. Unfortunately, another competitor crashed in front of her, causing Lauren to crash her bike too. She was injured and could not finish the race. She had fractured a bone in her left elbow.
Comeback and More Wins
After missing the rest of the 2008 season due to her elbow and knee injuries, Lauren made a strong comeback. In 2009, she earned her first World Cup podium finish. She won a bronze medal at the Hy-Vee ITU Triathlon Elite Cup in Des Moines, Iowa.
Lauren also helped Canada win a bronze medal in the mixed relay event. She teamed up with Simon Whitfield, Kathy Tremblay, and Brent McMahon. They each received $10,000 for their team's success. In the same year, Lauren won gold medals at the ITU Triathlon Pan American Premium Cup and the national championships in Kelowna.
After these wins, Lauren took a year off from triathlon. She needed to recover from her injuries and focus on her personal life. In 2011, she returned to competition using her husband's last name, Campbell. She won bronze medals at two events in Devonport, Tasmania. In 2012, she won a gold medal at the ITU Sprint Triathlon Pan American Cup in Bridgetown, Barbados. She also claimed her first-ever career World Cup title in Edmonton.
Lauren's Personal Life
Lauren's father, Robert Groves, supported her triathlon career. In 2010, she married Adam Campbell, who was also a competitive runner. They later divorced. When she's not training, Lauren enjoys playing badminton and basketball. She also likes to spend time at coffee shops, go to the mall, do crafts, and cook.
Achievements Summary
Between 2002 and 2012, Lauren Campbell competed in 77 triathlon events. She achieved thirty-six top-ten finishes. This included eleven medals, showing her consistent performance and dedication to the sport.
See also
In Spanish: Lauren Groves para niños
