Ironman have just announced that both the men’s and women’s World Championship races will return to Kona, Hawaii in 2026 — and they’ll be taking place on the same day. Heather & James break down what this means for the sport and share their reactions. Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
⏱️ Timestamps: ⏱️
00:00 – 2026 Kona: What does this mean?
01:10 – Ironman statement
05:20 – Pros’ and general reactions
06:45 – The pros
09:10 – The Kona course affects athletes differently
11:50 – Female pros
13:08 – Age-groupers
17:05 – The problem of cost
20:24 – The industry and sustainability
28:00 – The Fans
32:15 – Women
42:10 – James’ position
45:30 – Heather’s position
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