Gabby Pieraccini
@thedecathlonwriter.bsky.social
✍️ Decathlon writer and analyst
🌎 International woman of mystery
💻 @decathletesofeuro.bsky.social for pure decathlon
🥃 Don’t touch my Irn Bru
☠️ smokymozzarella in the other place
🌎 International woman of mystery
💻 @decathletesofeuro.bsky.social for pure decathlon
🥃 Don’t touch my Irn Bru
☠️ smokymozzarella in the other place
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My latest Decathlon Writer Substack: Hanging with the Coaches Club in Tokyo 🇯🇵
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My latest Decathlon Writer Substack: Hanging with the Coaches Club in Tokyo 🇯🇵
open.substack.com/pub/thedecat...
open.substack.com/pub/thedecat...
October 20, 2025 at 5:34 PM
My latest Decathlon Writer Substack: Hanging with the Coaches Club in Tokyo 🇯🇵
open.substack.com/pub/thedecat...
open.substack.com/pub/thedecat...
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Despite my local Ikea's hideous decision to axe free tiny pencils - my number one item of journalistic tech - I've found a supply.
As such, I'm soldiering on, back in training and ready for another season of Slow Match Reports for @nutmegmagazine.bsky.social
As such, I'm soldiering on, back in training and ready for another season of Slow Match Reports for @nutmegmagazine.bsky.social
August 22, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Despite my local Ikea's hideous decision to axe free tiny pencils - my number one item of journalistic tech - I've found a supply.
As such, I'm soldiering on, back in training and ready for another season of Slow Match Reports for @nutmegmagazine.bsky.social
As such, I'm soldiering on, back in training and ready for another season of Slow Match Reports for @nutmegmagazine.bsky.social
Topically, may Princes St always be treated to this funky chicken instead of the bloody pipes. Are we mourning a fallen clan? Are we skirling through a Gay Gordons? No we are not.
Yours, a grateful Edinburgh resident
Yours, a grateful Edinburgh resident
July 27, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Topically, may Princes St always be treated to this funky chicken instead of the bloody pipes. Are we mourning a fallen clan? Are we skirling through a Gay Gordons? No we are not.
Yours, a grateful Edinburgh resident
Yours, a grateful Edinburgh resident
Reposted by Gabby Pieraccini
The photographer Adrienne Salinger photographed teens in their bedrooms from the early ’80s into the ’90s. Her subjects are those whose worldly goods extended only to the stuffed animals, pairs of sunglasses, and posters displayed around them.
Teen-Agers in Their Bedrooms, Before the Age of Selfies
Adrienne Salinger’s cult photography book from the nineties makes a comeback.
www.newyorker.com
July 26, 2025 at 8:28 PM
The photographer Adrienne Salinger photographed teens in their bedrooms from the early ’80s into the ’90s. Her subjects are those whose worldly goods extended only to the stuffed animals, pairs of sunglasses, and posters displayed around them.
Can we celebrate my excellent choices in decathlon calendar candidate selection - May and November 2025 take gold and silver at the EU23 champs.
Not quite as 🔮 as selecting Markus Rooth for August 2024, the month he won Olympic gold, but still 💅🏻
Not quite as 🔮 as selecting Markus Rooth for August 2024, the month he won Olympic gold, but still 💅🏻
July 19, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Can we celebrate my excellent choices in decathlon calendar candidate selection - May and November 2025 take gold and silver at the EU23 champs.
Not quite as 🔮 as selecting Markus Rooth for August 2024, the month he won Olympic gold, but still 💅🏻
Not quite as 🔮 as selecting Markus Rooth for August 2024, the month he won Olympic gold, but still 💅🏻
Norway now have three current 8000k+ decathletes.
Jonathan Hertwig-Ødegaard just landed 8002 placing 4th at the EU23 champs, two years after Markus Rooth and Sander Skotheim ran riot at the 2023 champs in Espoo
And I’m sure Martin Roe (now coaching Danish multis) could knock out 8k if pressed
Jonathan Hertwig-Ødegaard just landed 8002 placing 4th at the EU23 champs, two years after Markus Rooth and Sander Skotheim ran riot at the 2023 champs in Espoo
And I’m sure Martin Roe (now coaching Danish multis) could knock out 8k if pressed
July 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Norway now have three current 8000k+ decathletes.
Jonathan Hertwig-Ødegaard just landed 8002 placing 4th at the EU23 champs, two years after Markus Rooth and Sander Skotheim ran riot at the 2023 champs in Espoo
And I’m sure Martin Roe (now coaching Danish multis) could knock out 8k if pressed
Jonathan Hertwig-Ødegaard just landed 8002 placing 4th at the EU23 champs, two years after Markus Rooth and Sander Skotheim ran riot at the 2023 champs in Espoo
And I’m sure Martin Roe (now coaching Danish multis) could knock out 8k if pressed
For those who enjoy niche content, Ognen Stefanovski broke his own North Macedonian NR in the EU23 championships decathlon yesterday 🇲🇰 6648
July 19, 2025 at 7:47 PM
For those who enjoy niche content, Ognen Stefanovski broke his own North Macedonian NR in the EU23 championships decathlon yesterday 🇲🇰 6648
It’s taken me a little while to find a decathlon/heptathlon rhythm on Bluesky, but let’s give this a go. Less step-by-step analysis, more stage-by-stage reflection ⬇️
After the excitement of the Huber v Tesselaar decathlon, the EU23 heptathlon is underway.
Finland’s Saga Vanninen is the outstanding favourite 🇫🇮
But not because of her domination of previous age group championships, where the turnover of talent is constant.
Finland’s Saga Vanninen is the outstanding favourite 🇫🇮
But not because of her domination of previous age group championships, where the turnover of talent is constant.
July 19, 2025 at 7:31 PM
It’s taken me a little while to find a decathlon/heptathlon rhythm on Bluesky, but let’s give this a go. Less step-by-step analysis, more stage-by-stage reflection ⬇️
Here’s an idea. If some self-absorbed twat on public transport is playing something loudly on their phone, in effect mimicking a public broadcast, then I propose we treat it as one.
Reach over and swipe up to the next video.
Huddle in and join the call.
Fast forward the game to the good bit
Reach over and swipe up to the next video.
Huddle in and join the call.
Fast forward the game to the good bit
a picture of batman with the caption " i will finish what you started " on it
ALT: a picture of batman with the caption " i will finish what you started " on it
media.tenor.com
July 17, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Here’s an idea. If some self-absorbed twat on public transport is playing something loudly on their phone, in effect mimicking a public broadcast, then I propose we treat it as one.
Reach over and swipe up to the next video.
Huddle in and join the call.
Fast forward the game to the good bit
Reach over and swipe up to the next video.
Huddle in and join the call.
Fast forward the game to the good bit
In Bergen for the EU23 championships. So attractive, it’s just rude frankly
July 15, 2025 at 10:36 PM
In Bergen for the EU23 championships. So attractive, it’s just rude frankly
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In honour of Joy Division's iconic album Unknown Pleasures being released on this day in 1979, I'm again sharing one of my favourite ever video clips (Peanuts vs Joy Division dance party)...
June 15, 2025 at 3:47 PM
In honour of Joy Division's iconic album Unknown Pleasures being released on this day in 1979, I'm again sharing one of my favourite ever video clips (Peanuts vs Joy Division dance party)...
There are many Götzis previews, but I’ll wager most of them don’t mention Kendrick Thompson’s shark bite.
Wrap your jaws round this monster preview.
Wrap your jaws round this monster preview.
One of the best decathlon fields in history
My preview of the 50th anniversary Götzis decathlon
decathletesofeurope.co.uk/meetings/202...
My preview of the 50th anniversary Götzis decathlon
decathletesofeurope.co.uk/meetings/202...
May 31, 2025 at 12:00 AM
There are many Götzis previews, but I’ll wager most of them don’t mention Kendrick Thompson’s shark bite.
Wrap your jaws round this monster preview.
Wrap your jaws round this monster preview.
Reposted by Gabby Pieraccini
“Without widespread theft, my industry can’t survive” is an argument against your industry surviving, and is not an argument for allowing widespread theft
Nick Clegg says asking artists for use permission would ‘kill’ the AI industry
Nick Clegg says asking artists for use permission would ‘kill’ the AI industry
Paul McCartne, Elton John and others signed an open letter.
buff.ly
May 26, 2025 at 3:45 PM
“Without widespread theft, my industry can’t survive” is an argument against your industry surviving, and is not an argument for allowing widespread theft
Knew deep in podcasts and previews. Just how I like it!
It’s decathlon Christmas!
Entry list for Götzis 50th anniversary meeting next weekend
Entry list for Götzis 50th anniversary meeting next weekend
May 26, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Knew deep in podcasts and previews. Just how I like it!
Back in action on Substack.
Felt tips for grown ups: musings between decathlons
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Felt tips for grown ups: musings between decathlons
open.substack.com/pub/thedecat...
Felt Tips for Grown ups
A realisation that the same activities I relished as an athletics-mad tween were now supporting me, decades later, in a second career.
open.substack.com
May 25, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Back in action on Substack.
Felt tips for grown ups: musings between decathlons
open.substack.com/pub/thedecat...
Felt tips for grown ups: musings between decathlons
open.substack.com/pub/thedecat...
Reposted by Gabby Pieraccini
Reposted by Gabby Pieraccini
never let anybody tell u that evil does not exist
Kristi Noem has been working with the producer of “Duck Dynasty” to pitch a reality TV show—titled “The American”—where immigrants will compete in a string of challenges across the country “for the honor of fast-tracking their way to U.S. citizenship,” according to a new report.
Noem Plots Reality Show Where Migrants Fight for Citizenship
A Homeland Security official told the Daily Beast that the show is in the early stages of vetting, though approval has not been given—or denied.
www.thedailybeast.com
May 16, 2025 at 12:09 AM
never let anybody tell u that evil does not exist
I’m not following the actual GST races - I’m inevitably doing something decathlon-related at the same time so can’t justify the subscription to watch - but the discourse on strategy and tactics it’s generating is bringing a continuity through the season of which the DL can only dream.
Quick thoughts on Gabby Thomas & Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone's decisions for Grand Slam Track: Philadelphia
– Gabby is out for redemption
– A rare Sydney vs. Masai match-up
+ Things are on track for Gabby vs. Sydney vs. Paulino vs. Naser in LA?
citiusmag.com/articles/gra...
– Gabby is out for redemption
– A rare Sydney vs. Masai match-up
+ Things are on track for Gabby vs. Sydney vs. Paulino vs. Naser in LA?
citiusmag.com/articles/gra...
Gabby Thomas Sticks With 100m/200m; Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Goes 100m Hurdles/100m For Grand Slam Track: Philadelphia - CITIUS Mag
Gabby Thomas targets short sprint crown; Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone steps into the 100m hurdles for the first time in years at Grand Slam Philadelphia.
citiusmag.com
May 9, 2025 at 8:20 PM
I’m not following the actual GST races - I’m inevitably doing something decathlon-related at the same time so can’t justify the subscription to watch - but the discourse on strategy and tactics it’s generating is bringing a continuity through the season of which the DL can only dream.
A good old-fashioned wallow in nostalgia,” my AW editor mused, as we pondered how to set the scene for the 50th anniversary of Götzis. “The roll of honour. How influential it’s been through the years. Can you do 1500 words?”
1500 words (and 6 pages) of gorgeous wallowing on Götzis? Count me in.
1500 words (and 6 pages) of gorgeous wallowing on Götzis? Count me in.
May 9, 2025 at 8:03 PM
A good old-fashioned wallow in nostalgia,” my AW editor mused, as we pondered how to set the scene for the 50th anniversary of Götzis. “The roll of honour. How influential it’s been through the years. Can you do 1500 words?”
1500 words (and 6 pages) of gorgeous wallowing on Götzis? Count me in.
1500 words (and 6 pages) of gorgeous wallowing on Götzis? Count me in.
GST IS a multi 😄
Grand Slam, meet Anna Hall 👋
There’s no @grandslamtrack multi category, but the U.S. heptathlon champion still came out to play as she takes third in the 400m hurdles in 54.48 and will be back tomorrow in the flat 400m in great form.
There’s no @grandslamtrack multi category, but the U.S. heptathlon champion still came out to play as she takes third in the 400m hurdles in 54.48 and will be back tomorrow in the flat 400m in great form.
May 3, 2025 at 10:38 PM
GST IS a multi 😄
Let’s see how the judicial stuff plays out, but there’s a woman with a smashed face in this story, and that sure as hell better be a level of unacceptable for those running and promoting the sport.
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
Fred Kerley arrested in Miami for allegedly punching ex-girlfriend Alaysha Johnson
Two-time Olympic 100m medallist Fred Kerley is arrested in Miami for allegedly punching former partner Alaysha Johnson, according to police.
www.bbc.co.uk
May 3, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Let’s see how the judicial stuff plays out, but there’s a woman with a smashed face in this story, and that sure as hell better be a level of unacceptable for those running and promoting the sport.
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athlet...
More combined events narrative ⬇️
Setting up a huge day 2 battle ⚔️
The top of the @grandslamtrack long hurdles standings looks familiar with Alison dos Santos on top, but Chris Robinson rockets from 6th in Miami in the 400H to 2nd in Kingston, and coming off a huge 400m PB 2 weeks ago he could be a real threat for the Slam title.
The top of the @grandslamtrack long hurdles standings looks familiar with Alison dos Santos on top, but Chris Robinson rockets from 6th in Miami in the 400H to 2nd in Kingston, and coming off a huge 400m PB 2 weeks ago he could be a real threat for the Slam title.
May 3, 2025 at 5:49 AM
More combined events narrative ⬇️
Yer da sells Avon
What's the most brutal insult you've ever heard in your language? I think the most savagely specific one that I've ever encountered was from Finnish... sun gradu oli varmaan 20 sivua. It means "your thesis was probably 20 pages long"
April 30, 2025 at 7:24 AM
Yer da sells Avon
After two days of a constantly grassy wet arse, and three complete soakings, time for something a little more sophisticated
April 28, 2025 at 8:13 AM
After two days of a constantly grassy wet arse, and three complete soakings, time for something a little more sophisticated
Make sure this gets some coverage folks!
We have another 8k guy!
We have another 8k guy!
Lewis Church wins Multistars, and scores his first 8000 point score 🤩😭
April 27, 2025 at 4:37 PM
Make sure this gets some coverage folks!
We have another 8k guy!
We have another 8k guy!