Graphic via Kyle Glass, @protrinews on Instagram

Right after crossing the finish line in Québec, team Findlay (Mom) made their way southwest to The Laurentian Mountains.

Pouring rain soaked the iconic ski village while whipping winds churned up some rough waters in Lac Tremblant. A shortened swim called for a tighter race out of the water. Paula surged into the lead early in the bike and gradually pulled away with the fleet footed Tamara Jewett (CAN) - and hard-charging Ellie Salthouse (AUS) (who would finish 2nd and 3rd respectively) not far behind.

"It [was] actually my first 70.3 win on Canadian soil! The conditions were absolutely awful and scary at times, but I loved the course and I loved being in Mont Tremblant."

Paula exemplified her strength in the saddle, throwing down some serious wattage throughout the hilly course despite throwing down even more serious wattage just two days prior. After pulling on some soggy socks, Paula, absolutely drenched from the mountain mist, bolted out of T2 and maintained the lead while Jewett slowly reeled in Salthouse with 1km to go, to clinch 2nd.

In yet another display of sheer determination and unrelenting drive to push herself, Paula has once again shown the world the true essence of an elite athlete. Her ability to overcome the adversity of sketchy race conditions, endure unforgiving elements, and manage the stress of circumstances beyond her control proves that her prowess extends far beyond any race course. Despite facing some frustrating injuries in the earlier stages of her career, Paula's current success proves that it is never too late to achieve your best self, go after big goals, and conquer daunting challenges.

Congratulations to Paula – an authentic champion and an inspiration to athletes everywhere!