MORE than 300 athletes from 15 nations will be up for an adventure like no other as the 5150 FAB Triathlon fires off Sunday at the Freeport Area of Bataan (FAB).
Organized by Sunrise Events Inc. in partnership with FAB, the event’s inaugural staging promises a unique racing experience-one that pushes athletes beyond their limits through a meticulously designed course engineered to test strength, stamina, strategy and mental fortitude.
The route begins with a 1.5-km swim at the pristine Camaya Coast, followed by a 40-km single-loop bike course marked by a climb up the Bagac-Mariveles Road and a 10-km, two-loop run at the FAB Gym.
What elevates this year’s event is the two-transition setup-bikes at Transition 1 (Camaya Coast) and run gear at Transition 2 (Visayas Avenue, FAB).
The triathletes are from Brazil, Canada, Finland, France, India, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Northern Mariana Islands, the Russian Federation, Northern Ireland, Singapore, the United Kingdom, United States and the Philippines.
The event also features the Sunrise Sprint (S2)-a 750-meter swim, 20-km bike and 5-km run race-for beginners or athletes eager to close out their season with a fast, festive race.
‘This event reflects our shared vision of promoting Bataan as both an economic and sports tourism hub,’ FAB Administrator Hussein Pangandaman said. ‘The 5150 FAB Triathlon brings the world’s athletes to our shores and showcases our commitment to providing an environment that supports wellness, tourism, and community pride.’
‘We are proud to continue our partnership with the Freeport Area of Bataan,’ Sunrise Events Inc. president and managing director Princess Galura said.
Among the notable athletes toeing the line are IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship standout Mervin Santiago and Nicole Andaya, winner of the historic 5150 Dapitan in 2024.
Also competing are Paulo Sauler who’s fresh from a World Championship finish, Claudine Mendiola, Rockstar coach Reujen Lista and Vanessa Agdon, a multi-time Ironman World Championship qualifier.