Elite Triathletes Clash at IRONMAN 70.3 Subic Bay

All eyes are on Olongapo this weekend as the Century Tuna IRONMAN 70.3 Subic Bay Philippines returns on Sunday, June 15, transforming the coastal city into a battleground for some of the world’s fittest endurance athletes.

With elite international triathletes joining the fray, the race promises a wide-open contest for top honors across all categories.

The stage is set on a meticulously prepared course upgraded to championship-level condition, offering a true test of grit, strategy and heart.

The event, organized by Sunrise Events Inc., features the classic 1.9km swim, 90km bike and 21km run, and marks the second of five major races on the organizer’s 2025 calendar.

Following the success of IRONMAN 70.3 Puerto Princesa in March, Subic Bay raises the bar with a fierce and diverse field—ranging from age-group competitors to seasoned elites—vying for 45 slots to the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship in Marbella, Spain, this November.

The intensity continues Saturday, June 14, with the return of the RLC IRONKIDS, which nurtures the next generation of triathletes.

The Sunrise Sprint also takes place Sunday, offering a short-distance showdown (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run) ideal for newcomers and fast-paced competitors.

Former IRONMAN 70.3 Cebu champion August Benedicto, along with past 5150 winners Irienold Reig Jr. and Nicole Andaya, headline a star-studded field that promises thrilling battles for overall and age-group titles.

Kaye Burgos, the top female finisher at the recent Ibabao Festival Sunrise Standard Triathlon Recon Race in Northern Samar, has also confirmed her entry in the Bagong Bayani race, formerly known as the Fil-Elite category.

With Subic Bay’s racecourse newly enhanced to deliver a world-class experience, expect fast times, bold strategies and dramatic finishes.

But it’s not just about individual glory.

Clubs are competing too, as the Badge Blitz campaign heats up.

TriClubs racing as one can unlock exclusive IRONMAN digital badges and win cash prizes worth up to PHP50,000 at the end of the season.

The excitement extends off-course as well.

From June 12 to 15, the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Center will host a special IRONMAN warehouse sale featuring major discounts on gear, apparel and merchandise.