2026 IRONMAN Pro Series Kicking Off in Taupō, New Zealand with 40+ Elite Athletes

2026 IRONMAN Pro Series kicking off in Taupō, New Zealand with 40+ elite athletes

A record start list of more than 40 professional triathletes from 15 countries is set to gather in Taupō, New Zealand, for the ANZCO Foods IRONMAN New Zealand event. Scheduled for March 7, 2026, the race marks the opening of the third season of the Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series. The event serves as the world’s second oldest IRONMAN triathlon and features one of the deepest fields in its 42-year history. Competitors will be vying for a total…

Start Lists Drop for Ironman New Zealand as 2026 Pro Series Kicks Off - Triathlon Magazine Canada

The opening chapter of the 2026 Ironman Pro Series will unfold on March 7th in Taupō, New Zealand – and, while early-season races often carry a “rust-buster” reputation, this one comes loaded with strategic consequence. Ironman New Zealand isn’t just a season opener; it’s the first opportunity for athletes to bank valuable points in a series that rewards consistency. Secure an early win (or podium) in Taupō, and the pressure of full-distance rac…