Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney a Sell-out

IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney returns to the Sydney International Regatta Centre and surrounds on Sunday 25 September for the first time since 2019.

The event’s return will see more than 1,500 athletes take part, with entries featuring a great mix of first timers and those familiar with the event.

Athletes will take on a 1.9km swim within the Regatta Centre, a 90km ride heading north on Castlereagh Road and a 21.1km flat and fast run around the venue.

Geoff Meyer, Managing Director of Oceania for The IRONMAN Group, said that the response from athletes for the return of the event has been exceptionally strong.

“We’re thrilled to be in the position to put up the sold-out sign for the return of the Qatar Airways IRONMAN 70.3 Western Sydney,” said Meyer. “This event has been a long-time coming for athletes and the community and it’s great that we’re able to be back up and running for the first time since 2019.

“The response from athletes both based locally and abroad has been great, athletes are keen to get back to racing in Western Sydney after an almost three-year hiatus,” he said. “This event is perfect for athletes of all abilities and experience, as the venue is ideal for those taking part in their first IRONMAN 70.3 and the flat and fast course is great for those chasing a personal best time.”

The 2022 event will also feature an IRONKIDS race on Saturday 24 September, with children aged between 7 and 13 able to take part. IRONKIDS Western Sydney is set to be a run/bike/run with 7-9 year olds taking on a 200m run, 1km ride and 500m run, while 10-13 year olds will have a 400m run, 3km ride and 1km run.

Entries remain open for IRONKIDS Western Sydney, with all children receiving a medal and IRONKIDS T-Shirt, and the event will see participants finish on the famous IRONMAN 70.3 red carpet.