This weekend London will once again welcome thousands of competitors pushing themselves to their limits as the Mazda London Triathlon hits town. This years event will be the event’s 12th anniversary and has become the largest triathlon in the world.

With an expected 30,000+ spectators lining the course, some of the world’s finest triathletes racing in the elite race, and over £1million raised for charity, the event has become an incredible experience for all involved.

The event takes place this weekend from Saturday 9th August – Sunday 10th August 2006. Events begin at 11am on Saturday and 6.30am on Sunday. Races start at the Royal Victoria Dock, Excel Centre.

Saturday 9th August AM

Youth Super Sprint
Male Super Sprint
Female Super Sprint
Saturday 9th August PM

Male Sprint
Female Sprint
Team Relays

Sunday 10th August AM

Junior Elite
Female & Female Elite
Male & Female Sub 230 (TBC)

Sunday 10th AM & PM

All other individual Olympic races – please note what order these races are scheduled is not decided until entries are closed!

The Triathlon Expo will be held at ExCel Centre, Docklands, from Saturday 9th August – Sunday 10th August.

It could be well worth a visit, if you’re not taking part in the event. The event itself is being broadcast on Channel 4 on Sunday 17th August at 8am.

Best of luck to all those taking part in the world’s largest triathlon !!! 

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