Winners Announced at the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona

For the first time since 2019, the men's and women's IRONMAN world champions were crowned on the same day in Kona, with Vincent Luis and Taylor Knibb writing their names at the top following historic battles.

Historic Victory in the Men's Category

Participating in his first-ever IRONMAN World Championship, Vincent Luis completed the race in 7 hours, 47 minutes and 27 seconds, earning the title of the first French athlete to achieve victory in Kona.

Making statements after the race, Luis stated that 2026 will be the final year of his professional career.

Other Athletes Completing the Podium

Norwegian athlete Gustav Iden secured second place in the world for the second consecutive time with a time of 7 hours, 49 minutes and 3 seconds, while American Matthew Marquardt took third place with 7 hours, 49 minutes and 59 seconds.

Great Competition in the Women's Race

Representing the United States, Taylor Knibb took the lead in the women's category by overtaking defending champion Solveig Løvseth in the final two kilometers and reached the championship.

Knibb claimed the world championship title with a time of 8 hours, 36 minutes and 29 seconds.

Global Participation and Podium Standings

This year's race, held in the Kailua-Kona region of Hawaii, saw participation from over 2,500 athletes representing 85 different countries and territories.

In the women's category, German athlete Laura Philipp secured second place, while Swiss athlete Julie Derron took third place with 8 hours, 46 minutes and 25 seconds.