Hong Kong has been announced as the newest host city of the Challenge Family global triathlon series. Taking more of a short-course rather than long-course approach, the new event will offer up an Olympic Distance race, a Sprint Distance race and variety of side events for the family – including a women’s run and a kids/junior challenge. Both the Olympic and Sprint triathlon race distances at Challenge Hong Kong will get under way on 25th November 2018.
“We are excited to welcome participants to our incredible race venue at Plover Cove Reservoir, which is located only one hour away from bustling central Hong Kong,” said Kent Wong, Challenge Hong Kong’s Race Director. ”Athletes will be treated to a stunning course with incredible scenery. Challenge Hong Kong is the first and only international triathlon event in Hong Kong and it is a privilege to join the worldwide series of Challenge Family events.”
Challenge Family CEO Zibi Szlufcik said “For us it’s important to host iconic races in great environments and drive the development of triathlon globally. Hong Kong, one of the most amazing cities of the world, of course, is one of those places. We believe this is a race you don’t want to miss; and you will never forget, as this is the first international triathlon event in Hong Kong. [This is] not only because of the amazing scenery, but also because of the quality we will offer here to every single triathlete.”
The swim leg for Challenge Hong Kong is located at the Plover Cove Water Sports Centre in Tolo Harbour in the North East of Hong Kong, close to the border with mainland China. The challenging four-lap bike course overlooks the area’s reservoir after an initial 400m climb out of transition, while the ‘pancake-flat run course’ at Plover Cove Reservoir Dam will provide participants with the unique experience of having a view of Tolo Harbour on the right and Plover Cove Reservoir on the left.
“Challenge Hong Kong is an incredible addition to the already amazing portfolio of Challenge Family races in the Asia-Pacific region,” said Challenge Asia-Pacific CEO Jovi Lo. “Hong Kong is renowned as a world-city with its vibrant and densely populated urban centre being a major financial hub and business powerhouse. Hong Kong is also a major tourism drawcard with more than 58 million tourists visiting Hong Kong on 2017.
“With Challenge Hong Kong we hope to showcase this incredible destination to the world’s triathletes and create a true bucket-list event.”
