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Oceanside, you did not disappoint😎 The Southern California coastline provided a stunning setting for the 2026 Athletic Brewing IRONMAN 70.3 Oceanside and the third race in the 2026 Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series on Saturday, March 28. The event delivered a spectacular showdown with Norway’s Kristian Blummenfelt once again proving unstoppable. Less than a week after his victory at IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong, the reigning IRONMAN Pro Series champion produced another dominant performance to claim the win in 3:40:08, driven by a blistering 1:07:01 run split. The women’s race was defined by another commanding performance from three-time IRONMAN 70.3 World Champion Taylor Knibb (USA) earning her third victory in Oceanside.   📍Blummenfelt’s victory in Oceanside marks his second consecutive Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series win in just six days, following his dominant performance at IRONMAN 70.3 Geelong. The reigning IRONMAN Pro Series champion now moves firmly into early contention for the 2026 title 📍Taylor Knibb’s win extends her perfect record in Oceanside and sets a new bike course best with a soaring 2:15:27, underscoring her status as one of the sport’s most formidable all‑around athletes. 📍American Sam Long delivered one of the standout performances of the day, smashing the men’s bike course best by nearly three minutes with a 2:02:04 split.   📍Marc Dubrick (USA) led the men out of the water to set the fastest swim time of the day with a 22:24, while Vittoria Lopez (BRA) was the quickest female out of the water with a time of 23:23 📍For the second straight year, Kristian Blummenfelt (NOR) was the fastest runner of the day, clocking a 1:07:01 in Oceanside.   📍Solveig Løvseth (NOR) charged through the field late in the women’s race, clocking a 1:14:49 en route to her second-place finish. Catch the full race or a cutdown replay on IRONMAN Triathlon YouTube. #IM703Oceanside #IRONMANtri

We’re excited to introduce Eight Sleep as the Official Sleep Fitness Partner of IRONMAN Europe. Through this partnership, Eight Sleep will bring AI-powered sleep optimization to IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events across Europe, helping athletes better understand, measure, and maximize recovery as part of their overall performance strategy. From on-site activations to athlete education and performance insights, this collaboration is designed to integrate sleep fitness into every stage of the IRONMAN journey. As we continue to work with new and innovative partners, our goal remains the same: elevate the athlete experience and support performance at every level. Welcome to the IRONMAN family, Eight Sleep.

We’re proud to welcome Amacx Sports Nutrition as the Official Recovery Nutrition Partner of the Global IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 Series through a new multi-year partnership. Recovery is a critical part of endurance performance. Together with Amacx, we will support athletes after the finish line with science-driven recovery solutions designed to help them replenish, repair, and prepare for what comes next. Athletes will find Amacx Cherry Juice+ available in the post-finish area at IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 events, with Amacx Protein Recovery Shakes also available at selected races worldwide. Both products are designed to support effective recovery after the demands of race day. We are excited to partner with a brand that shares our commitment to helping athletes recover stronger. 

The 2026 season is officially underway 💪   The ANZCO Foods IRONMAN New Zealand in Taupō delivered an exciting start to the 2026 Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series, with standout performances and dramatic racing across the professional field.   In the women’s race, Kat Matthews 🇬🇧 claimed victory and set a new course record, finishing in 8:28:55. After exiting the water just behind the leaders, Matthews quickly closed the gap on the bike before taking control early in the marathon and extending her lead to secure the win.   On the men’s side, Trevor Foley 🇺🇸 earned the biggest victory of his career, crossing the line in 7:46:44 after a dominant run performance. The 26-year-old surged through the marathon with a strong 2:35 run, pulling away late to claim his second IRONMAN victory.   The race also delivered plenty of drama, with Kristian Blummenfelt facing mechanical issues and illness during the race.   With 5,000 IRONMAN Pro Series points on the line, Taupō set the stage for what promises to be an exciting and competitive season ahead.   Congratulations to all the athletes who took on one of the sport’s most iconic races and helped kick off the 2026 IRONMAN season!

First race. First points. No one starts ahead. Defending champions Kristian Blummenfelt and Kat Matthews return to line up in Taupō alongside a field that's ready to make a statement at the 3rd season of the #IMProSeries. 🇳🇿 ANZCO Foods IRONMAN New Zealand Taupō 🗓️ Saturday, March 7, 7.15am NZDT (Friday, March 6, 1.15pm ET / 6.15pm GMT) 🏆 2026 Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series #ExperienceOman #IMNZ #IRONMANtri

We’re proud to extend our partnership with Hyperice through 2028 🙌 From Normatec compression to Hypervolt massage, athletes can continue to access world-class recovery technology at the IRONMAN Merch Store before race day. Look for Hyperice Recovery Zones at select finish lines because recovery starts the moment you cross it. Move Better with Hyperice, the Official Recovery Technology of IRONMAN 💪 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gdfz5x4X

We’re proud to announce a multi-year partnership with Cuisine Solutions, now the Official Sous Vide Food Partner of the IRONMAN North American Series. Beginning in March 2026, athletes will have access to chef crafted, clean ingredient sous vide proteins designed to meet the demands of race day. Cuisine Solutions will also serve as the title sponsor of the Cuisine Solutions IRONMAN 70.3 Eagleman and the Cuisine Solutions IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities events. We look forward to enhancing the athlete experience together.

Today, we celebrate 48 years of extraordinary journeys, unforgettable finish lines, and the spirit that defines IRONMAN. To our community, thank you for being part of this story - for every training session, every doubt you overcame, every finish line you crossed, and every dream you chased. IRONMAN has always been about the people who make it possible. 48 years ago, a simple challenge sparked something remarkable: “Whoever finishes first, we’ll call the IRONMAN.” What began on the shores of Waikiki with just 15 competitors has grown into a global movement inspiring millions. While the scale has changed, the heart of IRONMAN remains the same - testing limits and proving that Anything Is Possible. 

A day in the life of Scott DeRue👋🏽 Curious about what drives leadership at The IRONMAN Group? In a new Business Insider profile, our CEO, Scott DeRue, shares insights into his daily routine and leadership approach - from early-morning trainings to intentional work habits and team empowerment and he continues the organization's mission to inspire athletes around the world. 🔗 Read more on https://lnkd.in/gP6y2KaZ.

This is where it begins. The professional start list for the 2026 ANZCO Foods IRONMAN New Zealand is here. This year’s race features the deepest professional field in the history of ANZCO Foods IRONMAN New Zealand and will serve as the global season opener for the 2026 Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series. Taupō is set to deliver an exceptional start to the season with the defending #IMProSeries champions returning, and the Kiwi favorites racing at home.   🔗 Learn more on: https://lnkd.in/gxpUYfXx. 🇳🇿 ANZCO Foods IRONMAN New Zealand Taupō 🗓️ Saturday, March 7, 7.15am NZDT (Friday, March 6, 1.15pm ET / 6.15pm GMT) 🏆 2026 Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series #ExperienceOman #IMNZ #IRONMANtri