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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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KAILUA KONA, HI - OCTOBER 13: Patrick Lange of Germany celebrates before he crosses the finish line and sets a course record of 7:52:39 to win the IRONMAN World Championships brought to you by Amazon on October 13, 2018 in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images for IRONMAN)

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KAILUA KONA, HI - OCTOBER 13: Lucy Charles of Great Britain (second), Daniela Ryf of Switzerland (first) and Anne Haug of Germany (third) celebrate after the IRONMAN World Championships brought to you by Amazon on October 13, 2018 in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images for IRONMAN)

How to watch the 2022 IRONMAN Triathlon World Championship – Pro Women

ST GEORGE, UTAH - MAY 07: Daniela Ryf of Switzerland celebrates as she nears the finish line to win the 2021 IRONMAN World Championships on May 07, 2022 in St George, Utah. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images for IRONMAN)

IRONMAN World Championship Kona 2022 expert picks: Pro Women

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