Big Apple Triathlon returns to New York City after two-year hiatus

The Big Apple Triathlon, formerly known as the New York City Triathlon, is returning this Saturday after a two-year hiatus. Approximately 1,300 endurance athletes are expected to participate in the event.

The race has faced significant challenges in recent years, including extreme weather, scheduling conflicts, and water quality concerns that previously forced organizers to alter or cancel portions of the course. The 2024 event was initially canceled due to disagreements with the city regarding scheduling, but the race has since been taken over by a new organizer, Alpha Win.

If weather conditions permit, the course includes a nearly one-mile swim in the Hudson River, a 25-mile cycle along the West Side Highway, and a 6.2-mile run through and around Central Park.