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2026 World Triathlon Cross Duathlon Championships Abu Dhabi

Nov 19, 2026
United Arab EmiratesHudayriyat Island, United Arab Emirates

Schedule

Friday 13 November

StartEndActivityLocation
17:3018:00Parade of NationsCompetition Zone
18:0018:30Opening Ceremony of 2026 World Triathlon Multisport ChampionshipsChampionship Village
18:30Pasta partyChampionship Village
19:00Opening Night Concert & EntertainmentSurf Abu Dhabi

Sunday 15 November

StartEndActivityLocation
13:0019:00Expo, FanZone and informationChampionship Village
13:0019:00Race Pack Distribution Age-Group Cross DuathlonChampionship Village
17:3021:00Brazilian-Themed EveningChampionship Village

Monday 16 November

StartEndActivityLocation
10:0013:00Padel Tournament321 Sports
11:0012:00Age-Group Team Manager Briefing Cross DuathlonBab Al Nojoum
11:0017:00Race Pack Distribution Age Group Cross DuathlonChampionship Village
12:0014:00Surf SocialSurf Abu Dhabi

Tuesday 17 November

StartEndActivityLocation
12:0019:00Race Pack Distribution Age-Group Cross DuathlonChampionship Village
12:0019:00Expo, FanZone and informationChampionship Village
13:3015:30Surf SocialSurf Abu Dhabi

Wednesday 18 November

StartEndActivityLocation
10:0013:00Padel Tournament321 Sports
11:0017:00Race Pack Distribution Age-Group Cross DuathlonChampionship Village
11:0019:00Expo, FanZone and informationChampionship Village
13:3015:30Surf SocialSurf Abu Dhabi
14:0015:00Para Athletes' Briefing Cross Duathlon - mandatoryBab Al Nojoum
16:0017:00Elite/U23 Athletes' Briefing Cross Duathlon - mandatoryBab Al Nojoum

Thursday 19 November

StartEndActivityLocation
06:3007:30Junior and Para Athletes Lounge Check-inAthlete Lounge
7:157:45Junior and Para Transition Area Check-inTransition Area,
Competition Zone
7:158:15Elite/U23 Athletes Lounge Check-inAthlete Lounge
7:308:30Age-Group Transition Area check-inTransition Area,
Competition Zone
7:308:30TOs Q&A session (Cross Duathlon)Transition Area,
Competition Zone
7:50Junior and Para Athletes line-up and introductionRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
8:008:30Elite/U23 Transition Area Check-inTransition Area,
Competition Zone
8:0015:30Age-Group drop area in activity321 Dome,
Competition Zone
08:00START Cross Duathlon/ Junior MenRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
08:03START Cross Duathlon / Junior WomenRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
08:03START Cross Duathlon / ParatriathlonRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
8:35Elite/U23 Athletes line up & introductionRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
08:4510:40START Cross Duathlon Elite/U23 MenRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
08:5010:40START Cross Duathlon Elite/U23 WomenRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
09:3014:50START Age Group Cross DuathlonRun Start Area,
Competition Zone
10:3010:40Juniors Medal Ceremonies - Cross DuathlonFinish Area,
Competition Zone
10:4010:50U23 Medal Ceremonies - Cross Duathlon WCHFinish Area,
Competition Zone
10:5011:00Elite Medal Ceremonies - Cross Duathlon WCHFinish Area,
Competition Zone
11:0019:00Expo, FanZone and informationChampionship Village
14:1516:15Transition Area Check-outTransition Area,
Competition Zone
15:3015:35Para Medal Ceremonies - Cross Duathlon wCHChampionship Village
15:3516:00Age-Group Medal Ceremonies - Cross Duathlon WCHChampionship Village
17:3019:00Sunset EntertainmentChampionship Village

Saturday 21 November

StartEndActivityLocation
11:0013:00START Kids & Junior Triathlon (4-15 years)Swim Start,
Bab Al Nojoum Beach
16:0018:00START Community Run / Walk at the VelodromeChampionship Village
17:0019:30Closing Barbecue and Community Race AfterpartyChampionship Village

Sunday 22 November

StartEndActivityLocation
21:00Multisport Legend Award CeremonyChampionship Village
21:15Closing Ceremony and Championships PartyChampionship Village

Entry Fees

ELITE, U23, JUNIOR AND PARA

Elite, u23, Junior and Para entry fees need to be paid directly to the LOC. Participating Federations will need to share proof of payment for all their athletes in order for them to confirm their position on the start list. To request your invoice, please E-mail Mariana@worldsport.ae, and share your billing details to speed up the process.

Prize Money

for ELITE athletes

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Course Maps

Course maps are subject to change.

Day 4 - Elite & Age Group Cross Duathlon Standard - Full Course
Day 4 - Elite & Age Group Cross Duathlon Standard - Run Course
Day 4 - Elite & Age Group Cross Duathlon Standard - Bike Course
Day 4 - Elite & Age Group Cross Duathlon Standard - Run 2 Course
Day 4 - Juniors & Para Cross Duathlon Sprint - Full Course
Day 4 - Juniors & Para Cross Duathlon Sprint - Run 1 Course
Day 4 - Juniors & Para Cross Duathlon Sprint - Bike Course
Day 4 - Juniors & Para Cross Duathlon Sprint - Run 2 Course

Training

Hudayriyat Island is the heart of triathlon training in Abu Dhabi, offering facilities for swim, bike, and run - all in one location.

321 Sports is the Official Training Facility for the Multisport World Champs Abu Dhabi, opening their facilities to all athletes during race build-up and race week.

INDOOR TRAINING

Venue: 321 Sports Dome

Location: Next to the Competition Zone at 321 Sports Stadium, Hudayriyat Island.

Facility: The indoor facility will be host to our Athlete Training Zone, in partnership with Sadara Sports and MyWhoosh, we bring together a collaboration of specialist coaches and equipment to ensure that your technique and conditioning is on point for race day. Try out the Vasa Swim Trainers, for top-tier swim training and conditioning. Cycle the Hudayriyat Cycle Tracks in the MyWhoosh Cycle Zone, and get your running miles done on the Sadara Treadmills, all under the 321 airconditioned Dome.

OPEN WATER SWIMMING

  1. Bab Al Najoum Beach – located just next to the swim start, is an open public beach with lifeguards and a 50m stretch for shorter sessions.

  2. Mar Vista / Hudayriyat Beach – Ideal for casual or open-water sessions, offering calm, clear waters and relaxed surroundings.

  3. Marsana Beach - also on island, a short walk from the competition village. Opening times: 10am – 7pm

  4. Marsana East Beach (“Night Beach”) – Floodlit for evening swimming, patrolled by lifeguards until 10 PM (weekdays) and midnight (weekends). Entry fees apply for adults and children (under 5s free).

WOMEN SPECIFIC TRAINING

Support when you need it! Women-specific services will include women-led training rides and sessions with Women Moving Forward

This program includes a 10 week cycling and fitness program leading into race week, making use of the facilities that Hudayriyat Island has to offer.

Athlete Services

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

Bike Rental Service

We are proud to announce that Wolfi's is the Official Bike Technical Partner of the Multisport World Championships Abu Dhabi 2026.

Included in their service offering is BIKE RENTAL, with a rental warehouse conveniently located on the cycle track on Hudayriyat Island, alongside our Event Venue.

To book your bike, please follow this link: Rental Bikes – Wolfi's 

Wetsuit Rental

Wetsuit rental will be offered on a pre-booking basis through Blue70. Please contact David with your requirements at david@sported.ae

WOMEN SPECIFIC SERVICES

Support when you need it!

A dedicated female liaison will be onsite for advice and information in confidence.

Reach out to Mariana on mariana@worldsport.ae

Contacts

Technical Delegates

Adina Dusa (ROM) — adina.dusa@triatlonromania.ro

Documents

NIRVANA 2026 World Triathlon Multisport Championships - Abu Dhabi - brochure_V4 INT.pdf

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