The World Triathlon Women’s Cup will return to Dubai on Sunday, 6 December, with women of all abilities invited to compete at Al Mamzar Beach Park.
The event will feature three races, including a Super Sprint for beginners, a Sprint race and an elite competition featuring international athletes.
It will be the second edition of the World Triathlon Women’s Cup, which brings amateur and professional athletes to the same venue on the same day.
Organised by Dubai Sports Council in partnership with World Triathlon and the UAE Triathlon Federation, the event is open to women aged 18 and over.
Three race options for women in Dubai
The Super Sprint will feature a 400m swim, 10km cycle and 2.5km run, making it the shorter option for women attempting their first triathlon.
The Sprint race covers a 750m swim, 20km cycle and 5km run.
Both distances are open to individual competitors and relay teams of up to three women. Relay participants can split the swimming, cycling and running sections between teammates.
The elite race will take place over the Sprint distance, with the winner receiving 500 Olympic Ranking points. The international field will be confirmed closer to the event.
A separate Emirati competition will recognise the top three UAE nationals in the individual and team categories.
Racing will take place around Al Mamzar Beach Park and the surrounding bay, with full course details yet to be announced.
Entry fees start from AED 240
Early bird registration is available until Friday, 13 November, with individual entries priced at AED 240 and relay teams at AED 480.
From 14 November, fees increase to AED 300 for individuals and AED 600 for relay teams.
The event takes place one week after the Dubai Fitness Challenge ends on 29 November, giving participants an opportunity to use the month-long fitness initiative to prepare for race day.
Race pack collection will take place on Saturday, 5 December, when the event village also opens.
Spectators will be able to watch the races from grandstands on Sunday, with food, activities and panel discussions covering nutrition, exercise and mental wellbeing taking place across the weekend.
Organisers hope to attract more first-time triathletes
Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, said the event aims to encourage more women and girls to participate in sport.
“We want it to be a lasting platform for women’s sport, inspiring more women and girls to take part, giving women athletes the visibility they deserve as role models”
Debbie Alexander, Vice President of World Triathlon, welcomed the event’s return to Dubai and highlighted the opportunity for amateur athletes to compete at the same venue as international professionals.
The elite field and final course details will be announced ahead of the event.
Registration is available through the official World Triathlon Women’s Cup Dubai website.
