Dubai is gearing up for the return of the T100 Triathlon Weekend, scheduled for November 13–16, 2025, with organisers promising a “bigger and better” edition of the international sporting event. The second Dubai leg of the T100 Triathlon World Tour will again be hosted in collaboration with the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO) and supported by the Dubai Sports Council (DSC).
Held at the iconic Meydan Racecourse, the event will bring together elite athletes and enthusiastic amateurs for an endurance challenge that includes a 100km distance (2km swim, 80km bike, 18km run) and a Sprint race (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run). General registration is now open, with limited places available via the official T100 Triathlon website.
The event will once again be integrated into the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC)—a city-wide initiative aimed at encouraging 30 minutes of daily activity for 30 consecutive days—making it not only a global race but also a celebration of local fitness culture.
Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), highlighted the triathlon’s contribution to the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to position the city as a leading destination for both leisure and business.
“Our continued support of world-class events like the Dubai T100 Triathlon reflects Dubai’s vision for sports tourism,” Al Khaja said. “After a successful debut in 2024, the event is set to draw even greater international participation in 2025 while boosting the local economy and showcasing Dubai’s diversity.”
Last year’s edition saw nearly 10,000 amateur athletes participate in the main races and the untimed 5km Music Run, which welcomed runners of all ages and abilities. The event also crowned the first-ever T100 World Champions—Marten Van Riel of Belgium and Taylor Knibb of the United States—both Olympic-level triathletes.
Eisa Sharif, Director of Sports Events at the Dubai Sports Council, said: “Dubai has become a global hub for triathlon events. The T100 fits perfectly within our growing sports calendar, offering inclusive participation for men, women, professionals, and amateurs alike.”
For 2025, organisers are expanding the programme to include a Schools Event and a Corporate Relay, encouraging more community involvement and promoting healthy, active lifestyles across different sectors of society.
Sam Renouf, CEO of the PTO, described Dubai as a standout venue on the T100 World Tour, which has already visited Singapore, San Francisco, and Vancouver this year. “Dubai offers a unique blend of world-class infrastructure and community engagement,” he said. “The 2025 edition will be a festival-like celebration of triathlon.”
The next stop on the T100 World Tour is London, scheduled for August 9–10. In the current standings, Switzerland’s Julie Derron leads the women’s rankings, while Belgium’s Van Riel tops the men’s leaderboard.
With its expanding programme and international spotlight, the Dubai T100 Triathlon 2025 is poised to cement its place as a must-attend event on the global triathlon calendar.
