2026 World Triathlon Cross Triathlon Championships Abu Dhabi

Friday, 13 November

Sunday 15 November

Monday 16 November

Tuesday 17 November

Wednesday 18 November

Saturday 21 November

Sunday 22 November

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.

for ELITE athletes

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.

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

Stéfane Mauris (SUI) — stefane.mauris@triathlon.org