Excitement is building up for the upcoming Ironman 70.3 Davao, with organizers optimistic about the revamped course. Nearly 60 joined a walkthrough on Tuesday,
Jointly hosted by Davao City and Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur, Ironman 70.3 Davao in 2024 is expected to bring in participants from all over the world, boosting the tourism of both locations. With a new course that features the new Davao City Coastal Road and the backdrop of Mt. Apo and the Sta. Cruz ridges, the race is sure to be a memorable experience for all.
The Ironman 70.3 Davao, the fourth edition to be staged in Davao City, will kick off the Kadayawan sa Dabaw Festival on August 11, 2024 in an out-and-back course from the Davao Coastal Road.
Princess Galura, president and general manager of Sunrise Events Inc., a part of the IRONMAN Group, said, From usually having it in March, it will be scheduled in August instead since the water is calmer during that month. We will be the opening salvo of the Kadayawan.
This date change was prompted by feedback from this year's participants who noted rough waters during the previous race.
Galura thanked Davao City Mayor Sebastian Baste Duterte for his continued support in hosting the Ironman 70.3 Davao.
Registration is ongoing with tier 1 already sold out, with only few slots remaining for tier 2.