Triathlon Contest

Triathlons are multisport events that involve three continuous and sequential endurance disciplines. The standard triathlon race format consists of three specific sports: swimming, cycling, and running. Here is a breakdown of the common distances and order of these disciplines:

1. Swimming:
   • The swimming segment usually takes place in open water at gulf.
   • Distances for the swim segment is 3.8 kilometers (Ironman).
2. Transition 1 (T1):
   • After completing the swim, athletes move to the transition area where they switch from swim gear to cycling gear.
3. Cycling:
   • The cycling segment takes place on roads or designated cycling courses.
   • Distances for the cycling segment is 180 kilometers (Ironman).
4. Transition 2 (T2):
   • After completing the cycling segment, athletes move to the transition area to switch from cycling gear to running gear.
5. Running:
   • The running segment typically takes place on roads, trails, or a combination of both.
   • Distances for the run is 42.2 kilometers (marathon, Ironman).
6. Finish:
   • Athletes cross the finish line after completing the run, concluding the triathlon