From Bronco to National Champ: Inside Kyle Berg’s Breakout Summer

Somewhere between a cold plunge in the Bay and a burst through the finish tape, Kyle Berg ’s life took an unexpected turn. The former Santa Clara University men’s cross country and track runner — who once defined himself by laps and splits — has become a name to watch in triathlon. This summer, Berg stunned a packed field at the iconic Escape from Alcatraz triathlon in San Francisco, then followed it with a national title at the USA Triathlon Age Group Nationals in Milwaukee. Now, he’s set for his professional debut at the Ironman 70.3 New York on Saturday,…