6 days ago
IRONMAN Jacksonville will return May 16, 2027, organizers announced, with general registration set to open Aug. 6.
The announcement, branded "Jump Into The Next Chapter," promotes an "evolving bike course."
The race marks the second edition of the triathlon, which made its debut in the River City in May 2026 and drew nearly 2,000 athletes from more than 39 countries for a course consisting of a 2.4-mile swim in the St. Johns River, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile marathon.
The inaugural race drew international attention and enthusiasm from participants. One competitor had completed more than 200 Ironman races across the globe, while another, a Kansas City retiree, said she came out of retirement specifically for the Jacksonville race.
The crowd's energy along the course was frequently cited by athletes as a highlight of the day.
#mile #ironman #jacksonville #city
The announcement, branded "Jump Into The Next Chapter," promotes an "evolving bike course."
The race marks the second edition of the triathlon, which made its debut in the River City in May 2026 and drew nearly 2,000 athletes from more than 39 countries for a course consisting of a 2.4-mile swim in the St. Johns River, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile marathon.
The inaugural race drew international attention and enthusiasm from participants. One competitor had completed more than 200 Ironman races across the globe, while another, a Kansas City retiree, said she came out of retirement specifically for the Jacksonville race.
The crowd's energy along the course was frequently cited by athletes as a highlight of the day.
#mile #ironman #jacksonville #city
15 days ago
Salem is gearing up to host the sixth Ironman 70.3 Oregon July 17-19.
Over 2,500 athletes and thousands of spectators and visitors from around the world will be in town for the event and area road closures and traffic impacts will follow.
The event's 70-mile course includes a 1.2-mile swim in the Willamette River, a 56-mile bike course from South Salem to Ankeny Nature Preserve and back and a 13.1-mile run through Minto-Brown Island Park, which finishes by the Salem Rotary Amphitheater in Riverfront Park.
Festivities begin July 17 when athlete check-in and a new Currents to Kicks preview event set off at Riverfront Park. July 18 will feature Ironkids Oregon — a one-mile race for kids ages 5-17, a half-mile race for ages 3-8 and a toddler trot for ages 1-3 that begins at 9 a.m.
The main event, Ironman 70.3 Oregon, begins at 6 a.m. July 19 in Riverfront Park and is expected to finish around 4 p.m.
Over 2,500 athletes and thousands of spectators and visitors from around the world will be in town for the event and area road closures and traffic impacts will follow.
The event's 70-mile course includes a 1.2-mile swim in the Willamette River, a 56-mile bike course from South Salem to Ankeny Nature Preserve and back and a 13.1-mile run through Minto-Brown Island Park, which finishes by the Salem Rotary Amphitheater in Riverfront Park.
Festivities begin July 17 when athlete check-in and a new Currents to Kicks preview event set off at Riverfront Park. July 18 will feature Ironkids Oregon — a one-mile race for kids ages 5-17, a half-mile race for ages 3-8 and a toddler trot for ages 1-3 that begins at 9 a.m.
The main event, Ironman 70.3 Oregon, begins at 6 a.m. July 19 in Riverfront Park and is expected to finish around 4 p.m.
18 days ago
PATERSON – From Ironman to 12th Man.
Flanked by his father Keith and his mother Josie Payoute, Don Bosco standout linebacker Mikahi Allen announced his commitment to Texas A&M July 11 at the Fast Break Sports Bar in Paterson in a live broadcast on CBS Sports College Football’s YouTube channel.
Allen carried a black briefcase to the table with a sticker on it that read “Top Secret.” He said it was his mom’s idea.
“I have no idea where she got it,” Allen said smiling.
He then pulled out a Texas A&M cap while his mom waved a Texas A&M towel. A large crowd had gathered for the event that was billed as his commitment ceremony slash birthday party.
Flanked by his father Keith and his mother Josie Payoute, Don Bosco standout linebacker Mikahi Allen announced his commitment to Texas A&M July 11 at the Fast Break Sports Bar in Paterson in a live broadcast on CBS Sports College Football’s YouTube channel.
Allen carried a black briefcase to the table with a sticker on it that read “Top Secret.” He said it was his mom’s idea.
“I have no idea where she got it,” Allen said smiling.
He then pulled out a Texas A&M cap while his mom waved a Texas A&M towel. A large crowd had gathered for the event that was billed as his commitment ceremony slash birthday party.
19 days ago
LAKE PLACID — On July 19, the Experience Oman Ironman Pro Series returns to the Adirondacks as nearly 80 of the world's top professional triathletes converge to compete in the 27th edition of the Athletic Brewing Ironman Lake Placid triathlon.
The event will offer a maximum of 5,000 points toward the Experience Oman Ironman Pro Series standings, a $125,000 professional prize and critical momentum as athletes continue their pursuit of series points and qualification to the 2026 Ironman World Championship race in Kona, Hawaii, with four slots per gender on offer.
The race will be broadcast live, free for all international audiences, across Ironman YouTube, Ironman.com/proseries and DAZN, with additional regional live broadcast and highlight shows also available on L'Équipe Live in France; ESPN; within Disney+; SuperSport; hr-Fernsehen; RTVE; iQIYI; and Outside TV.
Broadcast and streaming information can be found at Ironman.com/proseries/how-to-watch.
WOMEN'S PROFESSIONAL FIELD
The event will offer a maximum of 5,000 points toward the Experience Oman Ironman Pro Series standings, a $125,000 professional prize and critical momentum as athletes continue their pursuit of series points and qualification to the 2026 Ironman World Championship race in Kona, Hawaii, with four slots per gender on offer.
The race will be broadcast live, free for all international audiences, across Ironman YouTube, Ironman.com/proseries and DAZN, with additional regional live broadcast and highlight shows also available on L'Équipe Live in France; ESPN; within Disney+; SuperSport; hr-Fernsehen; RTVE; iQIYI; and Outside TV.
Broadcast and streaming information can be found at Ironman.com/proseries/how-to-watch.
WOMEN'S PROFESSIONAL FIELD
20 days ago
Braves' Matt Olson creates home run history, ties team Ironman streak originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson continues to frustrate MLB Home Run Derby officials, declining an open invitation.
If only the three-time All-Star would change his mind and participate in the derby in Philadelphia.
To put on an entertaining opening act for the July 14 All-Star Game, quality, consistent sluggers are needed. Players like Olson, for example. Since joining the Braves in 2022, the 32-year-old has yet to miss an appearance and punctuated his outings by connecting on 171 home runs, fifth most in the MLB during that span.
A former Silver Slugger recipient, Olson clubbed his 25th home run of the season Thursday. It's what he does, reaching that milestone the past eight seasons.
Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson continues to frustrate MLB Home Run Derby officials, declining an open invitation.
If only the three-time All-Star would change his mind and participate in the derby in Philadelphia.
To put on an entertaining opening act for the July 14 All-Star Game, quality, consistent sluggers are needed. Players like Olson, for example. Since joining the Braves in 2022, the 32-year-old has yet to miss an appearance and punctuated his outings by connecting on 171 home runs, fifth most in the MLB during that span.
A former Silver Slugger recipient, Olson clubbed his 25th home run of the season Thursday. It's what he does, reaching that milestone the past eight seasons.
21 days ago
The longest-running 70.3 triathlon in North America returns to Muncie this week.
The 47th annual Ironman 70.3 Muncie will be held this Saturday, July 11. The Ironman triathlon consists of swim, bike and run portions over a total distance of 70.3 miles — hence the name. First held in 1980 under the name "Muncie Endurathon," this will be the 16th Muncie triathlon under the Ironman 70.3 banner.
Last year's race saw over 700 participants and hundreds more spectators from 44 US states and 12 different countries. As Muncie prepares for thousands to descend upon it for the annual Ironman, here's five things you need to know:
The Ironman 70.3 triathlon consists of swimming 1.2 miles, biking 56 miles and running 13.1 miles (a half-marathon) for a total of 70.3 miles. The Ironman 70.3 is also called a Half Ironman, as a full Ironman triathlon doubles each distance for 2.4 miles of swimming, 112 miles of biking and a full 26.2-mile marathon of running.
There are about 40 full-distance and over 100 half-distance Ironman events held globally throughout the year. Muncie's event is the longest-running 70.3 triathlon in North America.
The 47th annual Ironman 70.3 Muncie will be held this Saturday, July 11. The Ironman triathlon consists of swim, bike and run portions over a total distance of 70.3 miles — hence the name. First held in 1980 under the name "Muncie Endurathon," this will be the 16th Muncie triathlon under the Ironman 70.3 banner.
Last year's race saw over 700 participants and hundreds more spectators from 44 US states and 12 different countries. As Muncie prepares for thousands to descend upon it for the annual Ironman, here's five things you need to know:
The Ironman 70.3 triathlon consists of swimming 1.2 miles, biking 56 miles and running 13.1 miles (a half-marathon) for a total of 70.3 miles. The Ironman 70.3 is also called a Half Ironman, as a full Ironman triathlon doubles each distance for 2.4 miles of swimming, 112 miles of biking and a full 26.2-mile marathon of running.
There are about 40 full-distance and over 100 half-distance Ironman events held globally throughout the year. Muncie's event is the longest-running 70.3 triathlon in North America.
2 months ago
Several metal fragments were found on a section of the cycling course during a triathlon Ironman race in Hamburg, police said on Sunday.
Police said about 50 participants had to stop due to bike defects, while media reports said up to 150 triathletes had to interrupt their race.
The professional field, which included the finale of the women's European championship, was not affected.
A police officer said talk of a deliberate act was speculation.
Police said about 50 participants had to stop due to bike defects, while media reports said up to 150 triathletes had to interrupt their race.
The professional field, which included the finale of the women's European championship, was not affected.
A police officer said talk of a deliberate act was speculation.
1 yr. ago
How Ironman Training helped me build
TheSparkyAI
!
Building SparkyAI! is the hardest thing I’ve ever done.
And I’ve raced an Ironman.
People often ask me if endurance sports and startups have anything in common.
For me, they’re practically the same race.
In the water, you
TheSparkyAI
!
Building SparkyAI! is the hardest thing I’ve ever done.
And I’ve raced an Ironman.
People often ask me if endurance sports and startups have anything in common.
For me, they’re practically the same race.
In the water, you
