Day one of the 2024 World Triathlon Championship Finals Torremolinos is finally here and the excitement is palpable! Age-group triathletes from around the world are ready to dive into the competition, bringing months of hard work, training and passion to the start line. With the picturesque beaches of Torremolinos as the backdrop, these athletes will not only be racing for personal bests but also representing their nations with pride. Whether it’s your first World Championships or you’re a seasoned competitor, today marks the beginning of an unforgettable journey in the heart of Andalucía. Watch the finish line action over on TriathlonLive.tv.

TODAY’S EVENT SCHEDULE:

•  Thursday 17 October
09:00h: 2024 World Triathlon U23 Championship Finals: Women
12:00h: 2024 World Triathlon U23 Championship Finals: Men
14:30h: 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Sprint Distance Triathlon Championships

Follow the 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Sprint-Distance Championships on the World Triathlon YouTube channel. Be sure to show us your best finish line moves down the blue carpet and go in the draw to WIN exclusive prizes from the Official World Triathlon Store.

World Triathletes are off and racing in the 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Sprint Distance Championships, set against the stunning backdrop of Torremolinos. Follow the action throughout the afternoon, with Age-Group podiums taking place at 20:00 in the race village

Be sure to check out all the photo galleries from the Parade of Nations and Opening Ceremony, stay social and share. Tag @worldtriathlon and #WorldTriathlete in your race day moments.

With over 70 nations represented at this year’s World Triathlon Age-Group Championships, the stage is set for a week filled with unforgettable race moments and global camaraderie.

Representing your country at the World Triathlon Championships is an honour that embodies national pride, personal dedication, and the culmination of countless hours of training, as you compete on the global stage among the world’s best athletes. Follow the action!

THOSE FINISH LINE FEELS! Glorious scenes as World Triathletes hit the blue carpet and cross the 2024 Age-Group Sprint-Distance World Championships finish line.

What a sensational day of racing to open the 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Championships Torremolinos, check out the photo gallery and celebrate with the World Triathletes!

Who did it best? Down the blue carpet and celebrating at the finish line!

Congratulations to all World Triathletes who achieved their race goals in Torremolinos today, see everyone back down the blue carpet on Saturday for the 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Standard Distance Triathlon Championship and 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Standard Distance Aquabike Championships.

The action here is just getting started, check out what’s on for the rest of the week!

• Friday 18 October
10:00h 2024 World Triathlon Para Triathlon Championships
15:15h: World Triathlon Junior Championships: Junior Women
15:15h: World Triathlon Junior Championships: Junior Men

• Saturday 19 October
09:00h: 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Standard Distance Triathlon Championship
11:00h: 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Standard Distance Aquabike Championships
15:15h: 2024 World Triathlon Championships Finals: Elite Women

• Sunday 20 October
09:00h: 2024 World Triathlon Junior/U23 Mixed Relay World Championships
11:00h: 2024 World Triathlon Para Triathlon Mixed Relay World Championships
13:00h: 2024 World Triathlon Age-Group Mixed Relay World Championships
17:00h: 2024 World Triathlon Championships Finals: Elite Men