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How to Watch the 2024 Ironman World Championship: Your Complete Viewing Guide

Don't miss a second of the action as the world's best male triathletes return to the Big Island, with global coverage starting at 4:30 AM HST on Saturday 26 October.

Shawn Smith
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How to Watch the 2024 Ironman World Championship: Your Complete Viewing Guide

The moment triathlon fans have been waiting for is here - the men return to the Big Island for the first time since Gustav Iden's record-breaking performance in 2022. Here's everything you need to know to catch every minute of the action.

Quick Details

  • Date: Saturday, 26 October, 2024
  • Start Time: Professional men start at 6:25 am HST
  • Expected Finish: First finisher around 2:00 pm HST
  • Prize Purse: $375,000 ($125,000 for the winner)

Where to Watch

Global Viewers (except US & Canada)

  • proseries.ironman.com
  • DAZN
  • IRONMAN YouTube Channel
  • iQIYI (China)
  • beIN Sports (Middle East, North Africa, Asia-Pacific)
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Saturday, 26 October

  • Hawaii (HST): 06:25 AM
  • US West Coast (PDT): 09:25 AM
  • US East Coast (EDT): 12:25 PM
  • UK (BST): 17:25 PM
  • Central Europe (CEST): 18:25 PM

Sunday, 27 October

  • Sydney, Australia (AEDT): 03:25 AM
  • New Zealand (NZDT): 05:25 AM
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Pro Viewing Tip: European viewers should note that Daylight Savings ends on this race weekend. The race will start in daylight but finish in standard time!

Expected Key Moments (Local Kona Time)

  • First out of water: ~7:13 AM
  • Leaders off the bike: ~11:24 AM
  • First finisher: ~2:00 PM

US & Canada Viewers

  • Outside TV (exclusive rights)
  • Available on both app and web platforms

Regional Coverage

  • France: L'Équipe Live (French commentary)
  • Germany: ZDF (German commentary)
    • ZDF website: 6:10 am - 3:15 pm HST
    • ZDF TV: 12:30 pm - 3:15 pm HST

Broadcast Schedule (All times HST)

4:30 AM - 5:45 AM

  • Commercial-free pre-race show
  • Body marking coverage
  • Available on all platforms

6:00 AM - 2:45 PM

  • Full race coverage
  • Swim start at 6:25 AM
  • Expected winner around 2:00 PM
  • Post-race show following podium ceremony

Commentary Team

On-Site in Kona

  • Matt Lieto (Course Correspondent)
  • Greg Welch (IRONMAN World Champion)
  • Special Guests:
    • Jan Frodeno
    • Daniela Ryf
    • Craig Alexander
    • Lauren Brandon

Studio Team

  • Mirinda Carfrae
  • Michael Lovato
  • Dede Griesbauer
  • Chelsea Sodaro (joining from Boulder)

Key Times to Watch

  • 6:25 AM: Professional men's start
  • 7:13 AM: Expected first athlete out of water
  • 11:24 AM: Leaders expected into T2
  • 2:00 PM: Estimated finish time for winner

Whether you're tracking Sam Laidlow's defence of his Nice title, Kristian Blummenfelt's revenge mission, or Magnus Ditlev's bid for a first Kona crown, this comprehensive coverage ensures you won't miss a moment of what promises to be an epic showdown on the Big Island.

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Shawn Smith
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