2026 Ironman World Championship Held in Kailua-Kona
The Ironman World Championship, one of the world's most prestigious endurance races, is taking place in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, in 2026. The organization returns to its traditional format with men and women competing on the same day.
The 2026 Ironman World Championship is being held in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, in a single-day format where men and women take to the course on the same day for the first time since 2019. Athletes will compete to complete a grueling 140.6-mile course consisting of swimming, cycling, and running.
Race Format and Course Details
The race, which will take place amidst the volcanic landscapes of Kailua-Kona, will begin with the swimming stage in Kailua Bay. It will then continue with the cycling ride on the Queen Ka'ahumanu Highway and conclude at the finish line on Ali'i Drive.
Broadcast Information and Viewing Options
There is no national television broadcast planned for the championship; the entire race process will be streamed live to viewers worldwide via Ironman's official YouTube channel.
Live commentary and video coverage via the broadcast platforms will begin at 10:30 AM Eastern Time (ET).
Race Schedule and Start Times
The men's professional category will start on Saturday, October 10, at 12:20 PM ET. Elite athletes in the women's category will join the course 10 minutes after the men's start.
Champions of Recent Years
In recent years, names such as Casper Stornes, Patrick Lange, and Sam Laidlow have reached the top in the men's category, while athletes such as Solveig Lovseth, Laura Philipp, and Lucy Charles-Barclay have won the championship title in the women's category.