Curitiba, Brazil to Host New IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon
– IRONMAN and Unlimited Sports have announced that the city of Curitiba, in the state of Paraná, will host the newest IRONMAN® 70.3® triathlon in Brazil. The IRONMAN 70.3 Curitiba – Paraná triathlon will debut on March 8, 2026, expanding the IRONMAN 70.3 series in the country alongside Florianópolis, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Aracaju, and Brasília. General registration will open on October 23, 2025, at www.ironman.com/races/im703-curitiba. “We are very excited to bring IRONMAN 70.3 racing to Curitiba, a city with such strong tradition in sports and one of the largest triathlon communities in Brazil,” said Joanna Jordan, Vice President – Managing Director of Latin America for The IRONMAN Group. “With its unique course and welcoming atmosphere, Curitiba promises to be a remarkable addition to our calendar. We are thrilled to see the continued expansion of IRONMAN 70.3 racing in Brazil.” “Curitiba offers a combination of sports culture, natural beauty, and infrastructure. Athletes will experience an inspiring bike course, a scenic run through the iconic Parque Barigui, and a finish line atmosphere worthy of the IRONMAN tradition,” said Carlos Galvão, CEO of Unlimited Sports, who owns and operates the IRONMAN branded races in Brazil. The IRONMAN 70.3 Curitiba triathlon will feature a 1.9km (1.2-mile) swim in the Passaúna Reservoir, followed by a single-loop 90.1km (56-mile) bike course set against an invigorating and motivating backdrop. The 21.1km (13.1-mile) run course will be staged in the heart of the city at Parque Barigui, where the IRONMAN Village and finish line will also be located, ensuring a spectacular experience for both athletes and spectators. Curitiba, capital of the Brazilian state of Paraná, is recognized as one of the most innovative and well-planned cities in Brazil. Known for its green areas, cultural richness, and passion for sports, it has become a hub for endurance athletes across the country. The city combines tradition and modern infrastructure, making it an ideal host for an IRONMAN 70.3 event. The IRONMAN 70.3 Curitiba-Paraná triathlon will offer qualifying slots to the 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship triathlon taking place in Nice, France on September 12 and 13, 2026. Athlete inquiries may be directed to contato@ulsp.com.br. For more information on the IRONMAN 70.3 Curitiba- Paraná triathlon, visit www.ironman.com/races/im703-curitiba. For details on IRONMAN events in Brazil, visit www.ironmanbrasil.com.br. For more about the IRONMAN and IRONMAN 70.3 brands and global event series, visit www.ironman.com. ### About Unlimited Sports Unlimited Sports is the race organizer, responsible for all the IRONMAN® and IRONMAN 70.3 ® races in Brazil, whose stages take place in the cities of Florianópolis, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Aracaju and Brasília. Since 2001, the company has been in charge of the largest triathlon races in Latin America and has consolidated its position in the Endurance market. About The IRONMAN Group The IRONMAN Group is the world’s largest operator of participation sports with a portfolio of brands, events, media, partners, merchandise, and digital platforms operating in over 50 countries worldwide. A global portfolio consisting of hundreds of events includes the IRONMAN® Triathlon Series, the IRONMAN® 70.3® Triathlon Series, 5150™ Triathlon Series, IRONKIDS®, premier running events including the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series, the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon™ and City2Surf®, the UTMB® World Series of trail running, the Epic Series™ of mountain biking including the Absa Cape Epic®, and a collection of road cycling and other multisport races. Since the inception of the iconic IRONMAN® brand and its first event in 1978, millions of athletes have proven that ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE® by crossing finish lines around the world. From its beginnings as a single race among friends in Hawai’i, The IRONMAN Group has become a global sensation and collection of high-growth lifestyle brands that inspire people to unlock their potential in life. For more information, visit www.ironman.com/about/ironman-group.
Curitiba é a mais nova etapa do circuito IRONMAN 70.3 no Brasil
O IRONMAN e a Unlimited Sports anunciaram hoje que a cidade de Curitiba, capital do Paraná, sediará a mais nova prova do circuito IRONMAN® 70.3® no Brasil. O IRONMAN 70.3 Curitiba-Paraná faz sua estreia dia 8 de março de 2026, agregando ainda mais valor para o calendário da modalidade no país, que atualmente já contempla as cidades de Florianópolis, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Aracaju e Brasília. Com isso, o Brasil passa a ser o segundo país com maior número de provas IRONMAN no mundo, atrás somente dos Estados Unidos e empatado com a Austrália. As inscrições serão abertas às 17 horas (horário de Brasília) do dia 23 de outubro de 2025. “Receber um evento como esse mostra que o Paraná entrou definitivamente na rota das grandes competições nacionais e internacionais, o que movimenta a economia com hospedagens, alimentação e turismo. O Estado já é referência global em inovação e sustentabilidade e agora tem se transformado em palco de grandes eventos esportivos. Será um privilégio receber atletas, organizadores e toda a comunidade esportiva”, afirma o governador do Paraná, Ratinho Junior. “A prática de esportes promove saúde e qualidade de vida. Curitiba tem um histórico de receber bem várias competições esportivas — e não será diferente com o IRONMAN. A cidade estará pronta para vibrar com cada conquista e celebrar o espírito esportivo”, destaca o prefeito de Curitiba, Eduardo Pimentel. Para Carlos Galvão, CEO da Unlimited Sports, a nova empreitada tem tudo para se consolidar como uma das provas mais atrativas do circuito. “Curitiba é reconhecida como uma das cidades mais inovadoras e bem planejadas do Brasil. Com suas famosas áreas verdes, riqueza cultural e paixão pelo esporte, tornou-se um polo para atletas de endurance em todo o país. A cidade combina tradição e infraestrutura moderna, tornando-se a sede ideal para um evento dessa magnitude.” O percurso do Itaú BBA IRONMAN 70.3 Curitiba envolve 1,9 km de natação na Represa do Passaúna, que abrange as cidades de Curitiba, Campo Largo e Araucária, seguido por 90 km de ciclismo em um cenário revigorante e motivador. O percurso de corrida de 21,1 km será realizado no coração da cidade, no Parque Barigui, onde também estarão localizados o IRONMAN Village e a linha de chegada, garantindo uma experiência única para atletas e espectadores. O IRONMAN 70.3 Curitiba-Paraná também irá classificar atletas amadores para o 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship, marcado para o dia 12 de setembro em Nice, na França.
