The Ironman group has announced that Frankfort, Michigan, will serve as a multiyear host for the Ironman 70.3 Michigan triathlon, relocating from Traverse City. In addition, the business announced that its race in Augusta, Georgia—one of many that were canceled in 2020—would return with 2025.

The Ironman 70.3 Michigan triathlon will be staged on September 12, 2021.

“Following in the Camiseta Selección de fútbol de Inglaterra success of bringing an event to Traverse City a couple years ago, we’ve seen an incredible rate of interest from athletes to go to as well as race in northern Michigan,” stated Keats McGonigal, head of operations, north america for The Ironman Group. “We are excited to continue to host an event in this gorgeous region as well as to phone call Frankfort our new home. We feel that Frankfort as well as the surrounding areas will provide an unparalleled race week experience while being the perfect destination for both athletes as well as their families alike.”

Frankfort sits along the shores of Lake Michigan as well as is found 40 miles from Traverse City.

“We can’t wait to welcome Ironman 70.3 back to northern Michigan,” states Trevor Tkach, CEO as well as president of Traverse City Tourism. “Our organization is honored to continue to support the race as well as the athletes who train for this incredible feat. The new program will be an Camiseta Selección de fútbol de Dinamarca interesting modification for athletes, as well as spectators will be able to enjoy checking out the gorgeous town of Frankfort in addition to the surrounding Traverse City region.”

Back to Augusta

Meanwhile, Ironman in partnership with the Augusta sports Council has agreed to prolong the partnership for the Ironman 70.3 race in the Georgia city with 2025.

“For over a decade, Augusta has continued to be one of the most prominent destinations on the Ironman 70.3 circuit,” stated Elizabeth O’Brien, managing director north america for The Ironman Group. “The tremendous support the event receives from the entire neighborhood showcases the city of Augusta’s wish to be a true sporting destination that likewise embraces the Ironman spirit.”

Located along the banks of the Savannah River, Augusta is the second largest city in the state.

“Hosting Ironman 70.3 Augusta provides us with the chance to showcase Augusta, Georgia as a Camiseta AZ Alkmaar sports destination throughout the country as well as globally,” stated Bob Evans, chairman of the Board of Directors for the Augusta sports Council. “Augusta has long been acknowledged for golf, however Ironman enables us to broaden our attraction to other world-class athletes as well as visitors.”

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