World Triathlon

Dear Athletes, Delegations and Guests
It’s our honor invite you all to participate in the 2021 Africa Triathlon Cup and Pan Arab Championships Sharm El Sheikh, June 2nd – 5th, 2021

Sharm el-Sheikh (the city of Peace) is an Egyptian resort city has a wonderfully quaint location; located between the desert of the Sinai Peninsula and the Red Sea. It’s known for its sheltered sandy beaches, clear waters and coral reefs.

COVID-19 Protocols

1- A PCR Test should be provided within 72 hours from traveling.
2- Pre-Event Screening should be submitted in the World Triathlon System by each individual.
3- PPE / Medical Certificate should be submitted by each individual.
4- A PCR Test or antigenic test should be done by each elite/u23/junior/youth / coaches within 48h from the race day.
5- Daily screening should be done for every participant.

Athletes who need to do a PCR before traveling back to their home countries; they should request it with the LOC Deadline 31 MAY 2021
COVID-19 Tests:
-For the Pre-Race COVID-19 test, it will take place as the dates we put in the World Triathlon website, more exceptions are that, athlete could have this test two days before their race day, like the following
Race Day >>>> COVIDE-19
Friday >>>> Wednesday
Saturday >>>> Thursday
Sunday >>>> Friday

- At event COVID-19 Test:
In order to simplify and speed up the process, please note you have to register previously by filling this form:

https://forms.gle/sU2yfAazFrKRANEo7

- How to access your World Triathlon Account for a pre-event questionnaire.
https://triathlon.org/pre_event_covid_19_screening_guide

- Department PCR Test:
Travelers who need to COVID-19 test for their return journey from Egypt can
Reserve the service through the Local Organizing Committee by filling this form:
https://forms.gle/MbE9LWBEF8NVvJwXA

Cost: 100$ USD per single test.
Results will be available in 48hours
Kindly check well the Airlines regulations as some required Antigen test over the PCR.

Please make sure you attend this test in the scheduled time for your National Federation. There will be a medical office in the Baron Palm hotel.

Important Notes

Start Place: Cyrene Island Beach Area
-The LOC is not responsible for booking hotels in the wrong areas. So make sure that you know the area very well.
-Athletes/teams that will not book into one of the Bubble Hotel, they will unfortunately not be able to compete at the events.
-Please all payment done at the LOC Office at Baron Palms. 
-Be aware of any registration mistakes as we have the 2021 Africa Triathlon Championship one week after this event. 
-The final schedule and time tables will be published online. So please make sure to check the final orders in the briefing.

Visa requirements

If you a need visa invitation letter, please fill the Information for Visa Invitation Letter which can be download in “Documents” and email to LOC: trieginfo@gmail.com

Full Name / Gender / Birth Date (yyyy-mm-dd) / Nationality / Passport Number / Occupation / in which city/country to apply
Notes:
1. All information must be coincidental with the Passport.
2. Passport’s Date of Expiry must be at least 6 months ahead.
3. A visa invitation will be provided based on the information provided, with which you will be able to apply for the visa easily and quickly.
4. Requests should be through your NF official email, or your name should be appear in the World Triathlon Platform entries system.
5. Please let us know if you need a separate letter for each athlete or group letter
For any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us on LOC E-mail:
trieginfo@gmail.com

Races Details

Sprint Triathlon
750m Swim - 1 Lap x750m
20km Bike - 3 Laps x6.6km
5km Run - 1k connection 2 Laps x2km

Super Sprint Triathlon
400m Swim - 1 Lap x400m
10km Bike - 2 Laps x5km
2.5km Run – 1k connection +1 Lap x1.5km

Kids Triathlon
100m Swim - 1 Lap x100m
3km Bike - 1 Lap x3km
500m Run - 1 Lap x500m

More Details

Water temperature: Expect 24 degrees
Swim course in red sea, clean and free of disease
Start Mechanism: Deep Water Start
Air temperature: Low/30°C – High 40°C
Bike Course: 100% asphalt include dead U-turns
Run Course: concrete + asphalt, no sand, no grass.

Minimum Ages

-Elite: 16 years old /YOB: 2003
-U23: 18 to 23 years old / YOB: 2003 - 1998
-Juniors: 16-19 years old / YOB: 2005-2002
-Youth A U17: 16-17 years old / YOB: 2005-2004
-Youth B U15: 14-15 years old / YOB: 2007-2006
-Youth C U13: 12-13 years old / YOB: 2009-2008
-Sprint: 16 years old /YOB: 2005
-Super Sprint AG: 12 years old / YOB: 2009
-Kids Tri U11: 10-11 years old / YOB: 2011-2010
-Kids Tri U9: 7-8-9 years old / YOB: 2014-2013-2012

Entry Fees

100$ Elite / U23 / Juniors / Youth
100$ Age Group any type of AG races
50$ kids TRI
Cash Dollars Only

Prize money distribution. Elite Men and Women