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About the IRONMAN Group

About The IRONMAN Group

The IRONMAN Group operates a global portfolio of events that includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series, IRONKIDS®, World Triathlon Championship Series, premier running events including the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ and City2Surf®, UTMB® World Series trail-running events including the Canyons Endurance Runs™ by UTMB®, Tarawera Ultra™ by UTMB® and Ultra-Trail Australia™ by UTMB®, Epic Series™ mountain bike races including the Absa Cape Epic®, road cycling events, and other multisport races.

The IRONMAN Group is the largest operator of mass participation sports in the world and providing participants the benefits of endurance sports through the company’s vast offerings. Catering to the full athlete experience, the company portfolio also includes FulGaz® virtual cycling, the most realistic indoor riding experience connected fitness application aimed at preparing athletes for real-world events.

Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. Beginning as a single race, The IRONMAN Group has grown to become a global sensation with hundreds of events across 55+ countries. The IRONMAN Group is owned by Advance, a private, family-owned business, and Orkila Capital, a growth equity firm focused on building great brands. For more information, visit  www.ironman.com/about-ironman-group.

SERIES


The IRONMAN® and IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series is the world’s premier full-distance and half-distance triathlon series consisting of over 150 qualifying races in 50+ countries, regions and territories across the world. Each series culminates in its respective world championship event: The IRONMAN World Championship held annually in Kailua-Kona, Hawai`i  and Nice, France, and the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship which rotates globally on an annual basis.


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The Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series® is the world’s largest running series, and takes place in over 30 destination events around the world every year. Established in 1998, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series simple idea of Bringing the Fun to the Run™ has transformed the global running landscape by creating a block-party atmosphere for participants and spectators alike. www.runrocknroll.com


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The UTMB® World Series is a revolution for the sport, that will bring the trail running community together through a new, integrated sports system that is open to all. Inspired by the high standards of UTMB®, runners will be able to take part in the most beautiful events on the planet, and the UTMB® World Series will be the only place where runners can begin their quest to Mont-Blanc, France, where the prestigious UTMB® World Series Finals will be held. In-line with the rapid growth of the sport, events will be held across six continents, giving all runners more opportunities to live the UTMB® experience on a global scale. https://utmb.world


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The Epic Series is a portfolio of the world’s most exhilarating and rewarding, premium mountain bike stage races. Each race is a chapter in a journey that culminates in the ultimate proving ground of man and machine: Africa, and the Absa Cape Epic. Teams of 2 take on the famed trails across the races in the Epic Series, set against iconic backdrops, ready for the brave in you. Choose a partner carefully. Bond. Build. And race the world. www.epic-series.com


Founded in 2014 by Mike Clucas in Melbourne, Australia, FulGaz aims to bring the most realistic riding experience to life via its app. The app already has a curated library of 1,500+ iconic and unique routes from over 40 countries. This is underpinned by cutting-edge technology and 4K video content which truly brings these rides to life. FulGaz is all about the joy of riding outside and aims to be the closest thing to traveling and riding in real locations around the world. When you use FulGaz, the experience is all about being immersed in the location in real life, with the app getting in the way as little as possible. All you need to do is get on your bike and enjoy the ride. For more details on FulGaz and its catalog of virtual cycling courses, visit https://fulgaz.com/.


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IRONKIDS® launched in 2009 with nine events. Since the inaugural year, IRONKIDS has seen more than 60,000 participants and has grown to over 80 events worldwide including races in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe and North America. The brand creates positive experiences for youth while fostering self-esteem through achievement. www.ironman.com/ironkids


EVENTS

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The Absa Cape Epic® is the world’s premier mountain bike stage race. The route changes every year, taking professional mountain bikers and aspiring amateurs from around the world through 700km of breathtaking scenery and 15,000 meters of accumulated climbing over some of the most magnificent mountain passes in South Africa's Western Cape province. The Absa Cape Epic is the most televised mountain bike event in the world. https://www.epic-series.com/capeepic


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The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon is the leading running event and only IAAF Gold Label race in South East Asia. Since 2002, the race, set against one of the world's iconic city skylines, has brought runners unparalleled running experiences as it weaves through the heart of the city. https://singaporemarathon.com


The world’s largest fun run, The Sun-Herald City2Surf sees 80,000-plus participants annually run from the start line in the city of Sydney to the finish at world-renowned Bondi Beach. Entering its 51st year, City2Surf has established itself as a true community event attracting entrants from all walks of life and ages. https://city2surf.com.au