The Turkish leg of the Ironman Races is one of the most respected events in triathlon, where three different branches, respectively swimming, cycling and running, are held in the same race. They are held in Belek, the popular tourist resort of Antalya's Serik district. Thanks to its natural and climatic conditions suitable for triathlon sports, the region has become one of Turkey's most popular locations for triathlon sports.
Ironman 70.3 Turkey is a prestigious and well-attended event with a worldwide impact. A thousand triathlon athletes attend from nearly a hundred countries every year. It is one of the best Ironman races in the world.
Local and foreign sports fans follow the breathtaking races with great interest. Amateur and professional athletes compete against time by making all their efforts in three challenging stages, approximately 113 km. Testing their will and endurance, the contestants struggle to achieve victory and become the Ironman of their dreams. Adrenaline and exciting events are watched out of breath and find wide coverage in the domestic and international press.
Ironman 70.3 Turkey takes place in Belek's atmosphere full of extraordinary beauties. It is a big gain for Antalya in sports tourism and promotes and popularized the triathlon sport, which is getting more interesting day by day, to wider audiences.
