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Hi, it’s me Daniela

Hi everyone, this is Daniela Bleymehl and I am very happy to be an ambassador of Challenge Family in 2019. 🙂 Many of my best moments in my triathlon career have been at Challenge races with the peak of winning Challenge Roth 2018, when a dream came true. But before telling you about my upcoming season […]

Loyalty slots for The Championship for the most loyal Challenge Family athletes

THECHAMPIONSHIP will be taking place in the midlde of Europe on June 2nd 2019 in Samorin, Slovakia, only a one-hour drive from Vienna Airport. This qualification event was created for the best Pros and best Age Groupers with slots rewarded for their results throughout the year. In addition to these qualification slots, CHALLENGEFAMILY would like […]

Challenge Heilbronn heads for registration record

Middle Distance race probably sold out soon Less than 100 entry slots are available for the Middle Distance race in the tenth anniversary year of the hep CHALLENGEHEILBRONN powered by AUDI. With this, the race in Heilbronn is heading for a new registration record. In addition to the very positive feedback on the new bike […]

Challenge Family announces partnership with Sport No Limit Travel

CHALLENGEFAMILY is always looking for ways to improve their races and is therefore very proud to announce their new partnership with the active and sports focused tour operator ‘Sport No Limit Travel’ (SNLT). This deal will give CHALLENGEFAMILY athletes the opportunity to see all travel and hotel options on one page for connected races. Booking […]

Van Vlerken, Kienle and Dapena win Challenge Family World Bonus

CHALLENGEFAMILY Awards $165,000 Triathlon World Bonus Prize Purse The hotly contested CHALLENGEFAMILY World Bonus competition concluded with Sunday’sCHALLENGEDAYTONA race at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. In the final analysis, Sebastian Kienle (GER) and Pablo Dapena González (ESP) shared the top ranking for professional men, each taking home $25,000 of the combined first- and second-place bonuses. Yvonne van Vlerken […]

Athletes Make History at Inaugural CHALLENGEDAYTONA

Modified “Daytona Distance” Triathlon Makes for Unprecedented Race Experience DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., — More than 1500 athletes made history at the inaugural CHALLENGEDAYTONA Powered by the Y Triathlon Festival at Daytona International Speedway, December 8-9. Over the course of two days of racing, competitors saw a range of weather conditions. Clear skies and sunshine dominated […]

Inner-City Chicago Youth Heading to Challenge Daytona Triathlon Festival

Thanks to a group of Port Orange, Florida triathletes, three children from inner-city Chicago will compete in the inaugural CHALLENGEDAYTONA Triathlon. The youth athletes, along with their family members, will enjoy an all-expenses paid trip to Daytona Beach, courtesy of the Pain Train.   The Pain Train is a group of 10+ Port Orange, Florida […]

Special Compass Athletes Jim and Michael Sayih to Compete at CHALLENGEDAYTONA

When father and son Jim and Michael Sayih toe the line at the inaugural CHALLENGEDAYTONA Sprint Distance triathlon on December 8th, they’re sure to inspire everyone watching.   Twenty-four-year-old Michael is diagnosed with cerebral palsy. He is the President of Special Compass, an organization founded by his father, Jim, in 2015. As avid competitors, the […]

All-Star Pro Am Relay Set for CHALLENGEDAYTONA

A single day of racing isn’t enough for several of the professional triathletes slated to compete in Sunday’s Middle Distance Triathlon at CHALLENGEDAYTONA Triathlon Powered by the Y. Five of the field’s top contenders will also join a roster of VIP teammates on Saturday for a fast and furious Pro Am Sprint Relay.   The […]

CHALLENGEDAYTONA to Host Women’s Empowerment Panel

CHALLENGEDAYTONA is thrilled to host Women in Triathlon, a dynamic panel including several world-class professional athletes, designed to empower female endurance athletes of all backgrounds and abilities. The event takes place as part of the inaugural CHALLENGEDAYTONA festival weekend at Daytona International Speedway.   The Women in Triathlon panel, a joint effort between Team Leanda […]

Walter Tlaija and Carolina Bilato wins Challenge Florianópolis

The two athletes showed to be in great shape when crossed the finish line with great advantage More than 500 athletes were in the island of Santa Catarina on Sunday, December 2, for another edition of the Challenge Florianópolis, which included Sprint and Half distances, in a relaxed event with the presence of the entire […]

CHALLENGEDAYTONA Partners with Pinarello as Official Bike Course Sponsor

Pinarello is proud to announce sponsorship of the upcoming CHALLENGEDAYTONA triathlon at Daytona International Speedway. As part of the sponsorship, the company has invited Pinarello pro triathlete Cameron Wurf to compete. Wurf most recently set the bike course record of 4:09:06 at the World Championships in Kona, breaking his own previous record. This feat was […]

CHALLENGE DAYTONA DRAWS IMPRESSIVE PROFESSIONAL FIELD TO INAUGURAL RACE

On December 9th, an impressive international field of professional triathletes will assemble on the CHALLENGEDAYTONA Middle Distance start line at Daytona International Speedway. These world-class, fiercely competitive athletes are eager to cross the checkered-flag finish line and lay claim to the first triathlon titles ever awarded at the “World Center of Racing.”   The Men’s […]

CHALLENGEDAYTONA Triathlon Powered by the Y Partners With Volusia Flagler Family YMCA

CHALLENGEDAYTONA proudly announces a partnership with Volusia Flagler Family YMCA as Presenting Sponsor. CHALLENGEDAYTONA Triathlon Powered by the Y, the inaugural CHALLENGEFAMILY triathlon festival of events, is scheduled to take place at Daytona International Speedway December 7-9, 2018.   “We’re thrilled to get behind this exciting, community-focused, family-friendly event,” said Teresa Rand, President & CEO […]

Luke McKenzie wins the Challenge Asia Pacific Championship

Luke McKenzie wins the Challenge Asia Pacific Championship  Podium for three of the best triathlon ‘Super Mums’ Held innear perfect conditions, the second Challenge Family Asia Pacific Championship held in Taitung Taiwan, was a huge success. The event attracted close to 1,000 athletes from all over the globe. The crown went to Luke McKenzie in […]

Former world champ takes on massive double header challenge

Former world champ takes on massive double header challenge Former World Champion swimmer and Olympian Moss Burmester is taking on the massive physical challenge of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast followed by Challenge Wanaka a week later. Since retiring from swimming in 2010 Burmester has stayed active through spearfishing and freediving and last year got involved […]

Postcards from Sid – Ciao! Buongiorno! Greetings from Sardinia, Italy!

Ciao! Buongiorno! Greetings from Sardinia, Italy! Sardinia, Forte Village Sardinia is the blissful relaxing setting for Challenge Forte Village. As I’ve said in many of these posts, one of the things I love about the Challenge races is that they are different and that is why Challenge Sardinia, epitomises the Challenge values. Set right in the […]

Former world champ takes on massive double header challenge

Former World Champion swimmer and Olympian Moss Burmester is taking on the massive physical challenge of the Kathmandu Coast to Coast followed by Challenge Wanaka a week later.Since retiring from swimming in 2010 Burmester has stayed active through spearfishing and freediving and last year got involved in multi-sport and cycling which saw him compete in […]

Mirinda Carfrae and Timothy O’Donnell will be racing at the Challenge Asia Pacific Championship in Taitung, Taiwan.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Following the success of THECHAMPIONSHIP 2018 in Samorin Slovakia, CHALLENGEFAMILY’s championship focus will meanwhile shift to Asia for the inaugural Challenge Family Asia Pacific Championship, to be held in Taitung, Taiwan on November 18, 2018. The event, officially known as the Triathlon Middle Distance Championship Asia-Pacific, will be the first Asian triathlon Championship event ever held […]

The Championship 2019 and ways to qualify for this iconic race

‘You don’t want to miss this race’ … this year’s participants…   While the current season for most European triathletes has already come to an end and they’re probably enjoying a well-deserved rest, nevertheless it’s time to plan for the upcoming season! The Championship 2019 will take place on 2nd of June in Samorin, Slovakia. […]

Challenge Family Winter Camp 2018

From 14. – 18. January we love to welcome you to the A|N Winter Camp! For endurance athletes, and especially for triathletes we designed an exciting training program. Upgrade the upcoming season! No matter if you are a beginner or already in good shape, you’ll have fun but also being challenged. Get inspired with the team. “Yes, we’re going to leave […]

Rudy Garcia-Tolson to Anchor Celebrity Charity Relay at CHALLENGEDAYTONA

CHALLENGEDAYTONA, the inaugural triathlon race and endurance sports festival set to debut at Daytona International Speedway, welcomes an all-star celebrity relay. The team, consisting of swimming great Charlie Lydecker, cyclist and NASCAR President Steve Phelps, and runner and beloved Paralympic triathlete Rudy Garcia-Tolson, will compete in the CHALLENGEDAYTONA Middle Distance triathlon on behalf of The […]

Challenge Family World Bonus ranking sees changes after Mallorca and Sardinia

After the results of the last two races, CHALLENGEPAGUERA-MALLORCA and CHALLENGEFORTEVILLAGESARDINIA, there are now two male athletes sharing the lead in the Challenge Family World Bonus. Sebastian Kienle didn’t race either Mallorca or Sardinia, so his total points remain unchanged at 1550. Pablo Gonzalez Dapena, previously in second place behind Kienle, raced in Mallorca, claimed […]

Salvador successfully debuts International Competition of Challenge Family Brazil

Salvador successfully debuts International Competition of Challenge Family BrazilFor the first time in Salvador, one of the biggest sporting competitions in the world, the Global Challenge Family, was held in the city of Salvador on October 20th and 21st, with athletes from several states of Brazil and abroad, who participated in Triathlon and race events […]

Challenge Daytona Introduces Ambassador Athletes

Challenge Daytona Introduces Ambassador Athletes CHALLENGEDAYTONA, the inaugural CHALLENGEFAMILY triathlon festival of events set to take place at Daytona International Speedway December 7-9, proudly announces a roster of talented ambassador athletes. These nine age-group competitors are fiercely dedicated to driving triathlon participation in their local communities, while also pursuing their personal passions for endurance sport. […]

Pablo Dapena and Lucy Gossage claim victory at Challenge Peguera Mallorca

Pablo Dapena and Lucy Gossage claim victory at Challenge Peguera Mallorca Incredible victories of the spanish Pablo DAPENA and the british Lucy GOSSAGE at the fifth edition of Challenge Peguera Mallorca, on a day full of triathlon in the superb setting of Calvia. A sunny day dawned in Peguera, with the weather becoming once more […]

CHALLENGE FAMILY ARRIVES IN SALVADOR: THE CAPITAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CARNIVAL

CHALLENGE FAMILY ARRIVES IN SALVADOR: THE CAPITAL OF THE BRAZILIAN CARNIVAL Challenge Salvador middle distance race (1.9k / 90k / 21k) will take place in the Brazilian carnival capital, also known as the land of magic, in October this year. The swimming will be at the Piatã beach, where the event will also be located. […]

Challenge Riccione will be the center of international triathlon 2019

On May 4 and 5, 2019 Challenge Riccione will be the center of international triathlon On the May 4 and 5, 2019 Challenge Riccione will be the center of attention surrounded by lots of additional interesting novelties. On Monday October 15, at 10:00 am CEST registration will open with the first 300 places available for […]

Hola! Beunos Dias! Greetings from Madrid, Spain!

Hola! Beunos Dias! Greetings from Madrid, Spain! Wow Challenge Madrid. That is one incredible race! What I love about Challenge races, are that they are different from the ‘norm’, and Challenge Madrid is another race that fits perfectly into this. It’s unique that’s for sure and has so much variety and so much to offer. […]

Challenge Family to host the German and Belgian Middle Distance National Championships in Heilbronn and Geraardsbergen

Challenge Family to host the German and Belgian Middle Distance National Championships in Heilbronn and Geraardsbergen Exciting news for CHALLENGEHEILBRONN and CHALLENGEGERAARDSBERGEN. Both races will host their national middle distance Championships next year. The German middle distance national championship is to be held at CHALLENGEHEILBRONN on May 19th 2019, while the Belgian middle distance national championship […]

Excitement returns to the Challenge Family World Bonus: European Champion Laura Siddall is closing in on leader Yvonne van Vlerken and Pablo Gonzalez Dapena is also moving in on current leader Sebastian Kienle

After the European Championship at CHALLENGEMADRID this weekend, the excitement returns to the Challenge Family World Bonus. Laura Siddall was crowned European Champion, earned 500 points and is now only 50 points behind the current female leader Yvonne van Vlerken. Pablo Gonzalez Dapena earned 400 points, thanks to his second place at the European Championship, […]

Timothy Van Heutem and Laura Siddall conquer the European Long Distance Championship ETU Challenge Madrid 2018 at Pubertades Sol

Timothy Van Heutem and Laura Biddall conquer the European Long Distance Championship ETU Challenge Madrid 2018 at Pubertades Sol Averytoughtriathlonwherethesunandtemperatureshavenotgiventrucetothetriathletes The Belgian Timothy Van Houtem (09:00:13) was for the second consecutive year the winner in the individual male category of the Challenge Madrid 2018. Individual women’s category, the victory was for the British Laura Siddall(09:54:33). The championship started on Sunday, September23 at07:45 in the Riosequillo reservoir in the north area of Madrid […]