With news breaking last week that World Triathlon Corp may be in advanced discussions for a $850m buyout by China’s Dalian Wanda Group, industry watchers say the move could bring yet more global expansion for the Ironman brand – particularly in Asia.
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Reuters has quoted a person ‘familiar with the matter’ as saying that Dalian Wanda Group, best known for its real estate holdings, outbid other potential buyers and is now in negotiations with WTC owner Providence Equity Partners.
Gary Roethenbaugh, founder of industry news source Triathlon Business, told us that if such a deal were to go ahead, it would probably preserve the status quo in terms of the existing M-Dot calendar, with Kona to remain the pinnacle for WTC’s athlete community.
“Beyond this, the Ironman brand has built a strong profile in core territories such the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific,” he adds. “Although, if the deal were to happen, it could open up opportunities for yet more Ironman expansion, particularly in Asia where there is further growth to be had.”
Dalian Wanda has acquired a number of Western media and event companies in recent years, including Switzerland-based Infront Sports & Media last February for $1.14bn. InFront’s CEO is Philippe Blatter, nephew of the former FIFA president, and a multiple Ironman finisher.
More on this story as soon as we have it…
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With news breaking last week that World Triathlon Corp may be in advanced discussions for a $850m buyout by China’s Dalian Wanda Group, industry watchers say the move could bring yet more global expansion for the Ironman brand – particularly in Asia.
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Reuters has quoted a person ‘familiar with the matter’ as saying that Dalian Wanda Group, best known for its real estate holdings, outbid other potential buyers and is now in negotiations with WTC owner Providence Equity Partners.
Gary Roethenbaugh, founder of industry news source Triathlon Business, told us that if such a deal were to go ahead, it would probably preserve the status quo in terms of the existing M-Dot calendar, with Kona to remain the pinnacle for WTC’s athlete community.
“Beyond this, the Ironman brand has built a strong profile in core territories such the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific,” he adds. “Although, if the deal were to happen, it could open up opportunities for yet more Ironman expansion, particularly in Asia where there is further growth to be had.”
Dalian Wanda has acquired a number of Western media and event companies in recent years, including Switzerland-based Infront Sports & Media last February for $1.14bn. InFront’s CEO is Philippe Blatter, nephew of the former FIFA president, and a multiple Ironman finisher.
More on this story as soon as we have it…
(Images: Dirty Green Trainers)
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Want to book your spot at next year’s Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire or 70.3 UK? Better make sure you’re in front of a computer at 1pm today (12 August), as that’s when entries go on sale.
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>>> Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire 2015 – in pics
>>> Ironman 70.3 UK 2015 – in pics
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Entering its second year, the next Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire will take place on Sunday 12 June 2016, and Ironman 70.3 UK will take place a fortnight later on Sunday 26 June. Each event will involve a 1.9km swim, 90km bike and 21.1km run.
Both events sold out very quickly indeed this year – in fact, Ironman 70.3 Staffs sold out in a matter of minutes earlier this year.
For further information please visit ironman.com/staffordshire70.3 or ironman.com/uk70.3
(Main image: Dave Tyrell)
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Will you be entering one of these UK-based 70.3 events? Let us know in the comments!
Want to book your spot at next year’s Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire or 70.3 UK? Better make sure you’re in front of a computer at 1pm today (12 August), as that’s when entries go on sale.
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>>> Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire 2015 – in pics
>>> Ironman 70.3 UK 2015 – in pics
Entering its second year, the next Ironman 70.3 Staffordshire will take place on Sunday 12 June 2016, and Ironman 70.3 UK will take place a fortnight later on Sunday 26 June. Each event will involve a 1.9km swim, 90km bike and 21.1km run.
Both events sold out very quickly indeed this year – in fact, Ironman 70.3 Staffs sold out in a matter of minutes earlier this year.
For further information please visit ironman.com/staffordshire70.3 or ironman.com/uk70.3
(Main image: Dave Tyrell)
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Will you be entering one of these UK-based 70.3 events? Let us know in the comments!
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Would you like to win a Garmin Forerunner 15 running watch worth £119? Just enter our short online survey and you could be in with a chance.
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The survey is open to everyone, and asks a few simple questions on your use of the 220 Triathlon website and our MyTri training service – it doesn’t matter if you’re a regular visitor, or a first-timer.
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The MyTri section of 220triathlon.com is where you can log and share your own training, enter challenges and virtual races, map routes and more. It’s been a hugely popular section of the website for years, but we want to make it even better and need your feedback.
Hurry – the survey closes on Saturday 12th September, so get those responses in fast. It should only take five minutes or so, we’ll pick a winner at random once it closes.
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This competition is open from 12/08/2015 to 12/09/2015. Open to UK residents only – England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. By entering this competition you are accepting that Immediate Media Co. Ltd may pass your details on to the prize provider. One entry per person only.
Would you like to win a Garmin Forerunner 15 running watch worth £119? Just enter our short online survey and you could be in with a chance.
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The survey is open to everyone, and asks a few simple questions on your use of the 220 Triathlon website and our MyTri training service – it doesn’t matter if you’re a regular visitor, or a first-timer.
>>> CLICK HERE TO ENTER SURVEY <<<
The MyTri section of 220triathlon.com is where you can log and share your own training, enter challenges and virtual races, map routes and more. It’s been a hugely popular section of the website for years, but we want to make it even better and need your feedback.
Hurry – the survey closes on Saturday 12th September, so get those responses in fast. It should only take five minutes or so, we’ll pick a winner at random once it closes.
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This competition is open from 12/08/2015 to 12/09/2015. Open to UK residents only – England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. By entering this competition you are accepting that Immediate Media Co. Ltd may pass your details on to the prize provider. One entry per person only.
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Now London Triathlon’s been and gone, we’re well past the midway point for the 2015 UK triathlon season – it’s time to start lining up some autumn and winter duathlons.
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The 2015 Human Race Off-Road Series will begin with the WildMan, bringing some testing trail racing to the military range of Ash Ranges near Aldershot, Hampshire on Saturday 21st November. The organisers say it will present a gruelling, undulating course that “does not relent”. Trail runners can choose from 10km or 15km options, with a duathlon (10km run, 18km bike, 5km run) also available.
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Next up on Saturday 5 December is IceMan, held at the Army Training Ground in Frimley. The weather is likely to play its part, with it traditionally being treacherous underfoot and very muddy. Those who want to attempt the trail run can choose from 11km and 16km courses, whilst the duathlon will be a 10km run followed by 18km on the bike and a 5km run to finish.
The finale of the 2015/16 Human Race Off-Road Series will be MudMan on Saturday 5 March. The event returns to the Ministry of Defence in Camberley known for its hilly course and 50ft water section. Here you can choose from the duathlon (7.5km run, 15km cycle, 7.5km run) or from the 10km and 15km trail run courses.
Everyone brave enough to take on all three events can sign up for the series at a reduced cost, and will be included on the off-road leaderboard giving them the opportunity to win a trophy and cash prizes. Dogs will again be welcome to join trail runners with a special ‘canicross’ wave for those who love to jog alongside their four legged friends.
A limited number of entries into the Human Race Off-Road Series are now available. Visit www.humanrace.co.uk/off-road to secure a place in any of the three events, or the entire series, at the special early-bird rates.
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Have you started lining up some autumn duathlons? Let us know in the comments below!
Now London Triathlon’s been and gone, we’re well past the midway point for the 2015 UK triathlon season – it’s time to start lining up some autumn and winter duathlons.
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>>> The state of duathlon – feature
The 2015 Human Race Off-Road Series will begin with the WildMan, bringing some testing trail racing to the military range of Ash Ranges near Aldershot, Hampshire on Saturday 21st November. The organisers say it will present a gruelling, undulating course that “does not relent”. Trail runners can choose from 10km or 15km options, with a duathlon (10km run, 18km bike, 5km run) also available.
Next up on Saturday 5 December is IceMan, held at the Army Training Ground in Frimley. The weather is likely to play its part, with it traditionally being treacherous underfoot and very muddy. Those who want to attempt the trail run can choose from 11km and 16km courses, whilst the duathlon will be a 10km run followed by 18km on the bike and a 5km run to finish.
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The finale of the 2015/16 Human Race Off-Road Series will be MudMan on Saturday 5 March. The event returns to the Ministry of Defence in Camberley known for its hilly course and 50ft water section. Here you can choose from the duathlon (7.5km run, 15km cycle, 7.5km run) or from the 10km and 15km trail run courses.
Everyone brave enough to take on all three events can sign up for the series at a reduced cost, and will be included on the off-road leaderboard giving them the opportunity to win a trophy and cash prizes. Dogs will again be welcome to join trail runners with a special ‘canicross’ wave for those who love to jog alongside their four legged friends.
A limited number of entries into the Human Race Off-Road Series are now available. Visit www.humanrace.co.uk/off-road to secure a place in any of the three events, or the entire series, at the special early-bird rates.
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Have you started lining up some autumn duathlons? Let us know in the comments below!
The Detroit round of the ITU World Paratriathlon Series takes place this Sunday (16 August), with five Brits heading out to Motor City to win valuable ranking points before the ITU World Championships.
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>>> Britain’s pioneering approach to elite paratriathlon training
Andy Lewis follows on from his medal-winning performance at the Rio Test Event earlier this month by racing this weekend. Former footballer Ryan Taylor joins him in the PT2 event.
George Peasgood and Stefan Hoggan line up in the men’s PT4 event, and Clare Cunningham goes in the women’s PT4. The race will be held over sprint distance (750m swim/20km bike/5km run).
Detroit marks the final World Paratriathlon Series event before the World Championships in Chicago next month (15-19 September). Brits feature highly in the 2015 points race, with Phil Hogg (PT1), Lauren Steadman (PT4) and Alison Patrick (PT5) all leading their respective categories.
Paratriathlon will make its Olympic debut next year in Brazil, with six medal events confirmed for Rio 2016:
Men’s paratriathlon medal events
– PT1 (wheelchair users)
– PT2 (athletes with comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia and or athetosis, impaired muscle power or range of movement)
– PT4 (as above, with less severe impairment)
Women’s paratriathlon medal events
– PT2 (athletes with comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia and or athetosis, impaired muscle power or range of movement)
– PT4 (as above, with less severe impairment)
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– PT5 (athletes with a visual impairment)
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The Detroit round of the ITU World Paratriathlon Series takes place this Sunday (16 August), with five Brits heading out to Motor City to win valuable ranking points before the ITU World Championships.
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>>> Britain’s pioneering approach to elite paratriathlon training
Andy Lewis follows on from his medal-winning performance at the Rio Test Event earlier this month by racing this weekend. Former footballer Ryan Taylor joins him in the PT2 event.
George Peasgood and Stefan Hoggan line up in the men’s PT4 event, and Clare Cunningham goes in the women’s PT4. The race will be held over sprint distance (750m swim/20km bike/5km run).
Detroit marks the final World Paratriathlon Series event before the World Championships in Chicago next month (15-19 September). Brits feature highly in the 2015 points race, with Phil Hogg (PT1), Lauren Steadman (PT4) and Alison Patrick (PT5) all leading their respective categories.
Paratriathlon will make its Olympic debut next year in Brazil, with six medal events confirmed for Rio 2016:
Men’s paratriathlon medal events
– PT1 (wheelchair users)
– PT2 (athletes with comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia and or athetosis, impaired muscle power or range of movement)
– PT4 (as above, with less severe impairment)
Women’s paratriathlon medal events
– PT2 (athletes with comparable activity limitation and an impairment of, but not limited to, limb deficiency, hypertonia, ataxia and or athetosis, impaired muscle power or range of movement)
– PT4 (as above, with less severe impairment)
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– PT5 (athletes with a visual impairment)
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