5150 Guimaras: Race for pride

MANILA, Philippines —  A fierce battle looms in the mango capital as the country’s top triathletes prepare to defend home turf against a crack international contingent in the inaugural 5150 Triathlon Guimaras on March 8.

With athletes from 12 countries in the early list, the Olympic-distance race promises a high-octane duel of power, speed and stamina. Filipino elite aces and rising stars will be pushed to their limits by seasoned foreign campaigners eager to steal the spotlight and stamp their class in the newest stop of the global IRONMAN circuit.

More than just a season opener, the 1.5km swim, 40km bike and 10km run showdown serves as the official kickoff of the 2026 IRONMAN campaign in the country.

The international presence underscores the growing global pull of IRONMAN-branded races and highlights the Philippines’ steady rise as a premier endurance sports destination.

Registration is ongoing via ironman.com.

For more information on the IRONMAN brand and global event series, visit www.ironman.com.