He became the European champion in the 2007 Long Distance Triathlon , which began his ascension to the top of the sport .
Van Lierde has had an extremely successful past few years on the international triathlon circuit , claiming podium finishes in a handful of events .
Van Lierde became the European champion in the 2007 Long Distance Triathlon , which began Van Lierde 's ascension to the top of the sport .
Van Lierde has had an extremely successful past few years on the international triathlon circuit , claiming podium finishes in a handful of events .