Big Apple Triathlon Returns to NYC Waters and Streets
Over 1,300 athletes competed in the city's sole triathlon event, which navigated the Hudson River, West Side Highway, and Central Park.
US Politics • 2 hours ago
The Big Apple Triathlon, formerly known as the New York City Triathlon, marked its return on Saturday, October 10, 2026, drawing 1,300 participants for the city's only swim-bike-run event.
The challenging course began with a 1500-meter swim in the Hudson River, followed by a 24.8-mile bike ride along the West Side Highway, and concluded with a 6.2-mile run through Central Park.
The event, which has a history dating back to 2001, has experienced a turbulent past marked by scheduling conflicts and weather-related issues. This year's successful return saw athletes braving the urban landscape for the multi-discipline competition. Andrew Gray finished first with a time of 1 hour and 58 minutes, and 71-year-old Jack Hershman won his age group.