2018 Sarasota-Bradenton ITU Triathlon World Cup

Nathan Benderson Park (NBP), 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235., United States

Nathan Benderson Park and the Sarasota-Bradenton area are excited to host the 2018 Sarasota-Bradenton Paratriathlon World Cup. Nathan Benderson Park offers an incredible opportunity to showcase a world class venue to the triathlon community. The entire course is set in the park which is conveniently located just off of Interstate I-75 in Sarasota, Florida.

Live Timing

Elite

The Sarasota-Bradenton ITU World Cup is a sprint distance triathlon with a 1 lap 750m swim, followed by a 3 lap 18k bike, followed by a 1 lap 5k run.

Prize money distribution

Rank	Men	Women
1^st	7,500 USD	7,500 USD
2^nd	6,000 USD	6,000 USD
3^rd	4,500 USD	4,500 USD
4^th	3,000 USD	3,000 USD
5^th	2,100 USD	2,100 USD
6^th	1,800 USD	1,800 USD
7^th	1,500 USD	1,500 USD
8^th	900 USD	900 USD
9^th	675 USD	675 USD
10^th	525 USD	525 USD
11^th	450 USD	450 USD
12^th	375 USD	375 USD
13^th	300 USD	300 USD
14^th	225 USD	225 USD
15^th	150 USD	150 USD

Athletes Briefing:

Thursday, October 11, 2018

09:00:00 - 09:45:00 - Elite Press Conference (NBP Finish Tower – Floor 2)
17:00:00 - 17:55:00 - Elite Briefing Check In (NBP Athlete Briefing Tent)
18:00:00 - 18:30:00 - Elite Briefing (NBP Athlete Briefing Tent)
18:30:00 - 19:00:00 - Elite Race Packet Distribution (NBP Athlete Briefing Tent)
19:00:00 - 20:30:00 - Athlete Pasta Dinner (NBP Athlete Lounge Tent)

Entry Fee:

Prize Money:

60,000 USD

Documents:

Media notes:

Credentials: To apply for a media credential, please fill out the 2018 Sarasota-Bradenton ITU Triathlon World Cup Media Credential Request Form at bit.ly/2018sbworldcupmedia

Contact: Contact USA Triathlon Communications Manager Caryn Maconi at caryn.maconi@usatriathlon.org or 443-534-5954 with any questions or interview/photo requests.

Event Schedule

All activities located at Nathan Benderson Park (NBP), 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota, FL 34235.

Thursday, October 11, 2018

Friday, October 12, 2018

09:00:00 - 17:00:00 - Expo Open/Bike Tech On Site (Nathan Benderson Park)
10:00:00 - 10:45:00 - Elite Bike Familiarization (NBP Elite Athlete Transition)
10:45:00 - 11:30:00 - Paratriathlon Bike Familiarization (NBP Elite Athlete Transition)
11:00:00 - 11:45:00 - Elite Swim Familiarization (NBP Elite Athlete Swim Start)
11:45:00 - 12:30:00 - Paratriathlon Swim Familiarization (NBP Elite Athlete Swim Start)
12:00:00 - 13:00:00 - Coaches Run Course Measurement (NBP Finish Tower – Floor 1)

Saturday, October 13, 2018

05:30:00 - 12:45:00 - Age Group Draft Legal Races
08:00:00 - 18:00:00 - Expo Open (Nathan Benderson Park)
12:00:00 - 13:15:00 - Elite Women Lounge Open (NBP Elite Athlete Lounge Tent)
12:30:00 - 13:15:00 - Elite Women Transition Open (NBP Elite Athlete Transition)
12:45:00 - 13:15:00 - Elite Women Swim Warm Up (NBP Swim Start)
13:30:00 - Elite Women Start (NBP Swim Start)
14:00:00 - 15:15:00 - Elite Male Lounge Open (NBP Elite Athlete Lounge Tent)
14:30:00 - 15:15:00 - Elite Male Transition Open (NBP Elite Athlete Transition)
14:45:00 - 15:15:00 - Elite Male Swim Warm Up (NBP Swim Start)
15:30:00 - Elite Male Start (NBP Swim Start)
17:00:00 - 17:45:00 - Elite Awards Ceremony (NBP Awards Stage)
17:00:00 - 17:55:00 - Paratriathlon Briefing Check In (NBP Athlete Briefing Tent)
18:00:00 - 19:00:00 - Paratriathlon Briefing (NBP Athlete Briefing Tent)
19:00:00 - 19:30:00 - Paratriathlon Race Packet Distribution (NBP Athlete Briefing Tent)
19:00:00 - 19:30:00 - Mixed Team Relay Coaches Briefing (NBP Athlete Briefing Tent)

Sunday, October 14, 2018

08:00:00 - 16:00:00 - Expo Open (Nathan Benderson Park)
06:00:00 - 11:15:00 - Elite Paratriathlon Races (Nathan Benderson Park)
11:30:00 - 12:30:00 - Mixed Team Relay Lounge Open (NBP Elite Athlete Briefing Tent)
11:45:00 - 12:45:00 - Mixed Team Relay Transition Open (NBP Elite Athlete Transition)
12:15:00 - 12:45:00 - Mixed Team Relay Swim Warm-Up (NBP Swim Start)
12:50:00 - Mixed Team Relay Athlete Line Up & Introduction (NBP Swim Start)
13:00:00 - Mixed Team Relay Start (NBP Swim Start)
14:30:00 - 15:15:00 - Mixed Team Relay Awards (NBP Awards Stage)

Closest Airport

Tampa International Airport (TPA)

Sarasota International Airport (SRQ)

Local Transportation

The LOC will provide for free a shuttle service for any Elite Competitors between the Sarasota (SRQ) airport and the respective hotels where accommodation has been booked. For athletes arriving at Sarasota Airport (SRQ) please email megano@sanca.org for transportation.

Athletes arriving at any other airports can visit this link to secure transportation (at the athletes’ cost) https://group.supershuttle.com/?post_type=group-page&p=4599.

Host Hotel

Please access the online reservation information here: https://tinyurl.com/y7dxsaav

Or, please call HBC Event Services at (505) 346-0522 or email at support@hbceventservices.com, if you have any questions and/or have any special hotel requests.

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Event photos

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Event Videos

2018 Sarasota World Cup Women's Highlights

Proving that they are not just strong triathletes, but strong duathletes as well, USA’s Renee Tomlin and France’s Vincent Luis dominated their way to victory at the 2018 Sarasota-Bradenton ITU World Cup.After the race format was changed to a Duathlon, the elites showcased their talents out of the water in the second edition of the event and only World Cup race held in the United States.