Josh Van Zeeland

Josh qualifies via AVG: 55:09 and brings an international racer’s calm — he’s done enough big weekends to know how to handle pressure. He doesn’t race like someone hoping things go right; he races like someone who expects to be in the fight.

Phoenix storyline: stay present. In a Major, small errors become big gaps. Josh’s best weapon is staying clean and staying engaged when the race gets chaotic around him. If others make mistakes under pressure, he can quietly move into the top group. He’s also one of the athletes most likely to have a strong, steady second half — which is where Phoenix will be decided. After heart break on the Wall Balls in Melbourne, Josh will be looking for redemption!