# Big Apple Triathlon return to New York City

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/big-apple-triathlon-return-to-new-york-city
> Updated: 2026-10-11T12:53:38.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The Big Apple Triathlon, previously known as the New York City Triathlon, returned to New York City on October 10, 2026, following a two-year hiatus. The event had previously faced difficulties such as scheduling conflicts, extreme weather, and water quality issues, including a 2024 cancellation due to city disagreements.

Under new organizer Alpha Win, approximately 1,300 athletes participated in the multi-stage race. The course consisted of a 1,500-meter swim in the Hudson River, a nearly 25-mile cycle along the West Side Highway, and a 6.2-mile run through Central Park. Andrew Gray was recorded as the winner of the competition.

## Claims

- The Big Apple Triathlon returned on Saturday, October 10, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Approximately 1,300 athletes participated in the event. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The race course included a 1,500-meter swim in the Hudson River. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The cycling portion of the race covered 24.8 miles along the West Side Highway. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The running segment consisted of 6.2 miles through Central Park. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The event was formerly known as the New York City Triathlon. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Andrew Gray won the Big Apple Triathlon. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Big Apple Triathlon returns to New York City

The Big Apple Triathlon returned on October 10, 2026, with 1,300 athletes completing a course through the Hudson River, West Side Highway, and Central Park. Andrew Gray emerged as the winner.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-apple-triathlon-returns-to-new-york-city

### 2026-10-07: Big Apple Triathlon returns to New York City after two-year hiatus

The Big Apple Triathlon returns to New York City this Saturday after a two-year hiatus, featuring 1,300 athletes competing in a swim, bike, and run course.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/big-apple-triathlon-returns-to-new-york-city-after-two-year-hiatus

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