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IRONMAN World Championship

The pinnacle of long-distance triathlon. The Ironman World Championship in Kona is where legends are made, set against the brutal beauty of Hawaii’s lava fields and relentless heat. Qualification is earned, not given—and crossing the line here defines careers, legacies, and lifetimes.

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Andrew Messick, Paula Newby-Fraser and Yves Cordier (Photo by Tullio M Puglia, Getty Images for IRONMAN)

IRONMAN Kona: Paula Newby-Fraser excited as pro women come out of the shadows to centre stage

Lucy Charles Barclay Chelsea Sodaro IRONMAN Kona 2022

IRONMAN Kona: Lucy Charles-Barclay on her epic journey from ‘novice’ age-grouper to title contender

Lucy Bartholomew finished 10th on her first attempt at UTMB Photo credit: Sportograf

IRONMAN Kona: Lucy Bartholomew goes from top 10 at UTMB to triathlon’s most brutal test

Taylor Knibb strength training with Erin Carson

IRONMAN Kona: Taylor Knibb masterplan revealed as Erin Carson details how it came together

KAILUA KONA, HAWAII - OCTOBER 06: Lucy Charles-Barclay of Great Britain (2nd), Chelsea Sodaro (1st) and Anne Haug of Germany (3rd) celebrate after finishing the Ironman World Championships on October 06, 2022 in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images for IRONMAN)

IRONMAN Kona predictions: Mark Allen picks his favourites, and the ‘Ultimate Disruptor’

Daniela Ryf wins Challenge Roth 2023

IRONMAN Kona: Daniela Ryf leaves no stone unturned in her bid for a sixth IMWC title

Lucy Charles Barclay PTO Asian Open 2023 run [Photo credit: PTO / Darren Wheeler]

Lucy Charles-Barclay on Kona bid with British star in “amazing shape” for brutal test in Hawaii

Kat Matthews ticker tape IRONMAN Texas 2023 [Photo credit: Kyle Rivas / Getty Images for IRONMAN]

‘Unbelievable’ – Kat Matthews on incredible journey from hospital bed to Kona contender

Susie Cheetham misses out on IRONMAN World Championship due to pneumonia

Taylor Knibb, IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2022, Athletic Brewing

The X Factor: Can Taylor Knibb rewrite the Kona script on her IRONMAN World Championship debut?

ST GEORGE, UTAH - MAY 07: Ruth Astle of Great Britain hugs second place finisher Kat Matthews of Great Britain after the 2021 IRONMAN World Championship on May 07, 2022 in St George, Utah. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images for IRONMAN)

Ruth Astle talks Kona strategy and Knibb factor as galaxy of stars set to provide IMWC thriller

Sam Laidlow IRONMAN World Championship 2023 breaks tape for victory

The Sam Laidlow project: The big secret to his success, and what makes his journey different

Ruth Astle St George finish line 2022 photo credit Tom Pennington Getty Images for IRONMAN

Ruth Astle preparing for Kona with “nerves and excitement” after a challenging year of setbacks

Taylor Knibb WTCS Yokohama 2023 finish straight [Photo credit: World Triathlon / Tommy Zaferes]

Taylor Knibb reflects on golden August and reveals how Paris result made Kona possible

Taylor Knibb, IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship 2022, Athletic Brewing

Taylor Knibb CONFIRMS Kona start with USA Triathlon stamp of approval

Taylor Knibb wins IRONMAN 70.3 World Championships 2023

Taylor Knibb on stellar start list for IRONMAN World Championship in Kona

Challenge Geraardsbergen 2023 - Photo Credit José Luis Hourcade

Joe Skipper opens up on devastating disappointment at IRONMAN World Championship

Sam Laidlow IRONMAN World Championship 2023 Nice finish line celebration

Sam Laidlow says ‘no dream is too crazy’ as he looks back on epic IRONMAN World Championship win

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