Arena Games Triathlon powered by Zwift Set For Spectacular Grand Final In Singapore

Triathlon’s first esports World Championship titles will be awarded this weekend as Arena Games Triathlon powered by Zwift reaches a spectacular conclusion in Singapore.

Britain’s Beth Potter is the heavy favourite in the women’s field but three others – including Olympic gold medallist Jess Learmonth – can take the title with an outright win.

In the men’s Aurelien Raphael and Justus Nieschlag are level on points heading into the Grand Final but know victory for Alex Yee or Max Stapley would deliver either of them the title.

The Grand Final will be a first for the hybrid real-life and esports format as all three disciplines will take place outdoors at Marina Bay.

The triathletes will start off with their swim leg in Marina Reservoir 1 before completing their bike and run legs on smart trainers and self-powered curved treadmills placed on the promenade of Marina Bay. The triathletes will be treated to an unparalleled view of the Singapore skyline and some of the city’s iconic landmarks as they bid for glory.

The Singapore Grand Final is the last of three events in the Arena Games Triathlon 2022 series, following races in Munich, won by Beth Potter and Aurelien Raphael, and London, won by Cassandre Beuagrand and Justus Nieschlag.

Each stop contributes points to the World Triathlon World Rankings, with athletes who collect the most points over the course of the series to be awarded the first-ever triathlon esport World Titles in Singapore. There are double points on offer in Singapore as well as cash bonuses and the all-important Series title.

The Singapore event will also take place over two days rather than one, with heats on Friday and a repechage and the Final on Saturday.

In line with SLT’s commitment to growing the sport and engaging new fans in a sustainable way, the Arena Games Triathlon Singapore will see a partnership with leading energy and urban solutions provider Sembcorp. The Singapore-based Sempcorp will offset carbon emissions for the event through carbon credits.

Michael D’hulst, Super League Triathlon CEO and Co-Founder, said: “Sustainability is one of our core values and Super League Triathlon is constantly working hard to ensure that our events are sustainable while continuing to deliver the impeccable standards that we are known for. Sembcorp’s goals of doing good and building a sustainable future align with ours, and we are grateful for their support of the Arena Games Triathlon Singapore. Working with Sembcorp to offset the carbon emissions from the event is a step forward in shaping a greener future.”

Super League has also partnered with Ochlos Holdings Pte Ltd, who are the Official Sustainability Partner for Arena Games Triathlon Singapore, and are providing sanitization efforts for all touchpoints and equipment with their FR-Shield solution. Once a surface is coated with FR-Shield, it has self-disinfection, antimicrobial and deodorizing effects that can last up to a year.

James Yang, Chief Executive Officer, Ochlos Holdings Pte Ltd, said: “To be able to effectively leverage our resources to provide sanitation efforts for Super League’s Arena Games Triathlon Singapore really builds towards our vision of ensuring a sustainable future for our planet and preserving it for future generations to come.”