General entries have sold out for the 2014 Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research Blenheim Palace Triathlon in just nine weeks, with female waves and new Weekend Warrior places among the most popular entry types. Next year’s event takes place on 7-8 June 2014.
According to event organiser IMG, general entry sales to the 2014 event have smashed records – selling out in just nine weeks, more than three times faster than in previous years. IMG notes that athletes of all abilities have grabbed their places on the start line at the stunning grounds of Blenheim Palace.
The iconic event is generally considered to be an ‘official season opener’ in the UK triathlon diary with many athletes going on to take part in IMG’s iconic London Triathlon, which occurs two months later.
As general entries have sold out, Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research charity pledge places are now in high demand, with traffic to the website increasing daily. Charity pledge places can still be purchased at theblenheimtriathlon.co.uk.
Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, the event’s Title Charity Partner, has been instrumental in encouraging participants to raise well in excess of £800,000 during the last five years. For 2014, Gold Pledge Places are also available and come complete with an amazing ‘Unstoppables’ tri-suit, tri-belt and access to the LLR VIP area at the event.
Here come the girls!
2014 has seen an incredible rise in the demand for female places with Female Sprint and Super Sprint waves selling out in just three weeks, a record time for the event. IMG notes that the number of women in triathlon continues to rise as the sport becomes one of the fastest growing mainstream sports in the world and a popular alternative for women than running, cycling or swimming in isolation.
‘Weekend Warrior’, a new entry type for 2014 following a successful trial at the 2013 event, sold out in just two weeks as the 20 exclusive places available were snapped up by some of the UK’s most dedicated triathletes. The group will attempt to complete as many triathlons as possible over the two days and compete for the title of ‘Ultimate Weekend Warrior’ in what will be fascinating challenge of physical endurance.
Every year The Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research Blenheim Palace Triathlon attracts a strong elite field and up to 7,000 triathletes to conquer one of the world’s most picturesque events. Previous years have seen Team GB’s Vicky Holland, seven time Multi Sport World Champion Richard Stannard and the famous Brownlee brothers take part in the event.
Spectators have also cheered countless celebrities including the likes of Pippa Middleton, Jenson Button, Iwan Thomas, Charlie Webster, Roger Black and Austin Healey as they tackle the challenging course.
Charity partners Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research encourage all participants to pledge their support to the charity to help beat blood cancer and improve the quality of life for patients.
Dan Solley, Head of Sports Fundraising at Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research, said “After the huge success of last year’s Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research Blenheim Palace Triathlon, we’re delighted that places are selling so quickly for next year’s event.
“It’s a brilliant event and a fantastic opportunity for our unstoppable supporters to help us in our mission to beat blood cancer, by raising crucial funds to stop people from dying and making patient’s lives better. As title sponsor and official charity we have a limited amount of places available. Sign up now to avoid disappointment and be part of what’s set to be an amazing event.”
The Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research Blenheim Palace Triathlon is supported by: Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research (Title Sponsor and Official Charity Partner), Cycleguard (Official Bike Insurance Partner), Maxifuel (Official Nutrition Performance Partner), Sketchers Performance Division (Official Footwear Sponsor), Tri UK (Official Retailer), Virgin Money Giving (Official Fundraising Partner), Scope and Macmillan Cancer Support (Official Gold Charities), Tri Plus (Official Media Partner), Tri 247 (Official Media Partner) and Marathon Photos (Official Photographers).
www.theblenheimtriathlon.co.uk
