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Hall of Fame: Fastest Malaysians at IRONMAN Malaysia 2019

Sizzling HOT! That was the unanimous reaction of all triathletes that competed at last weekend’s IRONMAN Malaysia. Let us take a moment to celebrate the top Malaysian finishers of the full IRONMAN distance in Langkawi. The IRONMAN Triathlon race has…

Javier Gomez, Tessa Kortekaas Clinch 2019 IRONMAN Malaysia Titles

Javier Gomez, nine-time triathlon world champion, cemented his status as the greatest triathlete in history after shattering the course record to clinch the 2019 IRONMAN Malaysia title in emphatic fashion. The Spaniard with nine world titles crossed the finish line…

Living In Langkawi A “Poison” For First Time IRONMAN 70.3 Bound Hussein

When Hussein Mohd Said set up his Mega Water Sports business in Langkawi a few years ago, his focus was primarily to establish and grow his jet ski tour business. That – he achieved – with his jet ski tours…

Look To Tadonamo Tri Club To Cheer You Up At IRONMAN Malaysia

While IRONMAN Malaysia is a highly intense competition, rest assured that you can chill and meet the bubbly folks known for their local signature hospitality from Tadonamo Tri Club. Tadonamo = No Name Ironically, the club’s name is ‘No Name’…

Nursya Jusoh goes from spectator to IRONMAN Triathlon Family

In our blistering hot tropical weather, it’s unusual, but Nursya Jusoh will sporting a full-length tri-suit completed with a sports hijab. A familiar face in the Triathlon community, Nursya has been an inspiration to many Muslim women as she competes…

4-time Fastest Malaysian Female, Chin Mei See challenges IRONMAN World Championships in Hawaii

Malaysia’s fastest female triathlete at IRONMAN Malaysia for four years consecutively, Chin Mei See qualified for a coveted spot to race at the world’s toughest IRONMAN triathlon race recently. The Perak-born triathlete was Malaysia’s sole representative in the IRONMAN World…

Last Call To Register For 2019 IRONMAN Malaysia And IRONMAN 70.3 Langkawi

If you have not done so, consider why you should join 2,500 other triathletes including 35% Malaysians in these iconic events: 50 qualifying slots available for 2020 IRONMAN World Championships in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 60 qualifying slots available for 2020 IRONMAN…

“The Hunger Games of Triathlon” Returns to Jersey

RBC Super League Triathlon Jersey returns for a third edition this weekend (28-29 September), with some of the sport’s biggest stars arriving for a weekend of epic racing and ruthless competition. Super League is ‘trivalry’ at its finest, with the…

IRONDAD Alfred Cheong inspires entire family to compete in IRONMAN 70.3 Langkawi

Competing in an IRONMAN event requires discipline, determination and commitment. These traits are cultivated over time and carried by every IRONMAN athlete through a 3.8km swim, 180km bike and 42.195km run. When Alfred Cheong made the decision to compete in…

Kiwi Legend Cameron Brown wins inaugural TRI-Factor World Championship in China

The inaugural TRI-Factor (TF) World Championship 2019 in Quzhou, China was won by 12-time New Zealand IRONMAN champion Cameron Brown. The TF Enduro (Elite) triathlon of 1.5km swim, 80km cycle and 20km run format was completed by Brown in 3:25:40,…