Registration opens for the World Triathlon Women’s Cup Dubai 2026 at Al Mamzar Beach Park on December 6, with races for beginners and elite athletes

DUBAI: Registration has opened for the World Triathlon Women’s Cup Dubai 2026, which returns to Al Mamzar Beach Park on December 6. The event will bring together international professionals and amateur athletes, offering women of different fitness levels an opportunity to compete.

Organised by Dubai Sports Council in partnership with World Triathlon and the UAE Triathlon Federation, the competition aims to encourage women’s participation in sport. It will mark the second edition of the women-only international event.

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Race Categories and Distances

Participants aged 18 and above can choose between two amateur categories. The Super Sprint includes a 400-metre swim, 10km cycling race and 2.5km run. The Sprint features a 750-metre swim, 20km cycling race and 5km run.Women can compete individually or form relay teams of up to three participants.

The elite competition will follow the Sprint distance, with the winner earning 500 Olympic Ranking points. Organisers will announce the elite participants closer to the event. A separate Emirati category will recognise the top three finishers in individual and team competitions.

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Registration Fees and Activities

Early-bird registration remains open until November 13, costing AED 240 for individuals and AED 480 for relay teams. From November 14, fees will increase to AED 300 and AED 600 respectively.

The event village will open on December 5, offering family activities, wellness sessions and discussions on nutrition and mental wellbeing.

Interested participants can register through the official World Triathlon Women’s Cup Dubai website.

Impact to Expect

The competition will strengthen Dubai’s position as a destination for international women’s sporting events while encouraging healthier lifestyles.

By bringing professionals and beginners together, organisers hope to inspire more women and girls to embrace endurance sports and pursue competitive opportunities.