Thousands of athletes from around the world, including a strong pro triathlete field, can be seen competing in the 2010 St Anthony’s Triathlon – held earlier this year in downtown St Petersburg, Florida – when the Sunday 3 October US national broadcast airs at 3:30 p.m. EDT on the Versus Network.
Now in its 27th year, St Anthony’s Triathlon, which traditionally marks the year’s first major race in the US, attracts some of the world’s best athletes who relish the scenic, waterfront course, competitive field and expertise that goes into managing this Olympic-distance event.
St Anthony’s Triathlon has been named ‘Race of the Year’ by USA Triathlon (USAT) and has also served as a qualifier for the Ironman World Championships. In 2010, it was once again the USA Triathlon Regional Championship.
This year’s broadcast represents only the second time St Anthony’s Triathlon has been nationally televised. Highlights from the 24-25 April 2010 competition include more than 4,000 athletes representing 46 states and 18 countries racing to complete the 1.5K swim, 40K bike ride and 10K run.
St Anthony’s Triathlon, sponsored and produced by St Anthony’s Hospital, is an annual competition. The three-day event weekend encompasses a sports and fitness expo, the Meek & Mighty Triathlon and the main St Anthony’s Triathlon.
Online registration for the May 1, 2011 St. Anthony’s Triathlon opens on 1 December at 9 a.m. EST at satriathlon.com.
