Challenge London joins the PTO Tour 2024
La Professional Triathletes Organization (PTO) has announced the acquisition of the iconic challenge london, marking a significant milestone in the calendar of professional triathlon.
This event, which will be held in the heart of London, promises to be one of the most notable competitions of the year.
Known for its stunning tour of the city centre, Challenge London includes swimming at the Royal Victoria Dock, a cycling course that passes iconic landmarks such as Big Ben and the London Eye, and a foot race through the Docklands.
With a history of 20 years and more than 14,000 participants, this event has been a benchmark in the United Kingdom.
Distances
El challenge london includes various distances
| Test Distance | Swimming | Cycling | Career |
| Average Distance | 1.9 km | 80 km | 21.1 km |
| Olympic Distance | 1.5 km | 40 km | 10 km |
| Sprint Distance | 720 m | 20 km | 5 km |
| Super Sprint | 400 m | 10 km | 2.5 km |
In addition to the existing calendar of races already planned for the weekend of July 27-28 for 2024, PTO will add its 100 km triathlon races made for television, which will see the 20 best female professionals and the 20 best male professionals in the world
The acquisition by the PTO not only raises the profile of this event, but also strengthens the presence of professional triathlon on the global sporting landscape.
The inclusion of this event in the PTO Tour 2024 is a clear indication of the growth and popularity that this sport is achieving.
Sam Laidlow, World Champion HOMBRE DE HIERRO, expressed his enthusiasm for the addition of London to the PTO Tour, highlighting the quality of the organisation and the route.
For its part, Lucy Charles-Barclay, IRONMAN world champion, shared her excitement about competing in her hometown, highlighting the event's excellent location.
The venues this year
In addition to London, the PTO Tour 2024 will include venues in Singapore, Ibiza and Lake Las Vegas, demonstrating its commitment to the global expansion of triathlon.
| Event | Date | Location |
| PTO Asian Open | April 12-14, 2024 | Singapore, |
| PTO Challenge London | July 27-28, 2024 | London, United Kingdom |
| PTO Las Vegas Open | October 19-20, 2024 | Lake Las Vegas, USA |
| PTO European Open | September 28-29, 2024 | Ibiza, Spain |
Open
Registration for Challenge London is now open, with options for Olympic distances and sprints, in addition to the exciting 100km format.
This event is not only an opportunity for professional athletes to shine, but also for amateur triathletes to participate in world-class competition.
More information in Events Archive | PTO (protriathletes.org)
