Europe Triathlon and Asia Triathlon held a historic Joint Executive Board Meeting in Istanbul on 29 August 2025, marking an important milestone in strengthening cooperation between the two Continental Confederations under the theme “Building Bridges.”
Both Presidents underlined the importance of the first joint Triathlon Championships as a unique opportunity to build long-term legacy, foster collaboration, and exchange knowledge across continents. They agreed on the importance of reserving specific, exclusive time windows in the global race calendar for future Continental Championships.
The Executive Boards also agreed to establish a Joint Committee to oversee collaborative projects, including youth development, technical cooperation, and knowledge sharing. Plans to strengthen ties with World Triathlon and training programs were highlighted.
The next formal meeting between the two Confederations will take place in Wollongong, Australia, during the World Championships, where a formal cooperation agreement is expected to be signed.
Prince Fahad Al Saud, Asia Triathlon President (left) and Marc D’hooge, Europe Triathlon President (right).
Prince Fahad Al Saud, Asia Triathlon President, said: “On behalf of Asia Triathlon, I extend our heartfelt gratitude to Turkey and the wonderful people of Istanbul for their warm hospitality and unwavering support in hosting this historic Joint Executive Board Meeting.”
He added: “Today, under the theme (Building Bridges – Legacy and Future Collaboration), we came together to strengthen the ties between Asia and Europe Triathlon. This meeting is proof of our shared vision of advancing our sport, inspiring athletes, and creating lasting legacies that go beyond borders.“
Marc D’hooge, Europe Triathlon President, joined Prince Fahad in his words of gratitude to the Turkish Federation, and said: “This is an important moment in history for our two Confederations. By working together, we are building stronger foundations for the sport and ensuring a sustainable legacy for athletes and federations alike.”
