IRONMAN Wales – September 11, 2023 – Ironman Wales is a sporting event that is conducted in Pembrokeshire. Spectators from all over the world and unbelievable routes participate to make this race very legendary. But the 17-hour racecourse built for only the toughest athletes is even more fascinating; players will have to swim 2.4 miles, cycle 112 miles, and then run a marathon!
Tenby, Pembrokeshire, Wales, is titled as the “Iron Town,” and serves as the perfect location for the annual event, which attracts athletes from all over the world. Spectators will be available for the entire day enjoying on their favorite athletes and marveling at the breathtaking scenery.
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IRONMAN Wales – History
On the 25th of September 1974, The Collins family participated part in the Mission Bay Triathlon in San Diego. When Judy and John Collins migrated from California to Hawaii in 1975, they planned to make a single-day endurance event that would become known as ‘Ironman.’
On September 18, 2016, the first Ironman Wales was held in Tenby, Pembrokeshire. Prominent athletes from across the world contest in a timed course dubbed “the hardest in the world.” The event consists of a 2.4-mile swim in Carmarthen Bay, a 112-mile cycle ride around the Pembrokeshire Coast, and a marathon through the streets of Tenby and its surroundings.
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IRONMAN Wales – Upcoming Dates
| Date | Day |
|---|---|
| September 11, 2023 | Monday |
| September 11, 2024 | Wednesday |
| September 11, 2025 | Thursday |
| September 11, 2026 | Friday |
| September 11, 2027 | Saturday |
IRONMAN Wales – Faq
What is the cut-off time for IRONMAN Wales?
Athletes will be given 2 hours and 20 minutes to finish the swim course before the final bike marathon.
How much does it cost to enter Iron Wales?
The Ironman Wales entry fee is around £12.00.