Record field ignites Ironkids Lapu-Lapu

LAPU-LAPU City, Philippines — Before the world’s elite battle for IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu glory tomorrow here, the spotlight first belongs to the sport’s young stars.

A record-breaking 657 participants will converge at the Beachfront of Dusit Thani Mactan today, making RLC Residences IRONKIDS Lapu-Lapu the largest IRONKIDS event ever staged in the Philippines.

The milestone event officially opens the IRONMAN 70.3 Lapu-Lapu race weekend, transforming Mactan into a celebration of triathlon that spans every generation – from aspiring six-year-olds taking their first race steps to world-class professionals chasing championship honors.

Young athletes aged six to 15 will compete in both the aquathlon (swim-run) and kids run races, with participants coming from Lapu-Lapu City and neighboring cities and provinces. The record field reflects IRONKIDS’ continuing success.