Southeast Asia National Athletes Race at TriFactor Singapore International Triathlon in preparation for Cambodia 2023 SEA Games

16 April 2023 Singapore – The Singapore International Triathlon, the flagship event for Triathlon Singapore since 2002, is set to make a grand comeback for its 12th edition in partnership with TriFactor at East Coast Park on April 16, 2023. The event, which attracts athletes from all over the world, will feature six race categories and 35 different nationalities, showcasing the best triathletes in the region.

2019 SEA Games Gold Medalist, Indonesian Jauhari Johan took the top spot for his age group once again. “I have always loved TriFactor races as it helped me prepare for major games like the upcoming 2023 SEA Games where I will defend my title against many other younger athletes in the region”, Johan mentioned.

Elvin Ting, Managing Director of Orange Room said, “I would like to thank the Triathlon Association of Singapore for the trust in taking this 42-year old event to a new race level in a post pandemic environment. It’s nice to welcome athletes across 35 nationalities racing in Singapore scenic East Coast Park.”

Paul Rachmadi, President of Triathlon Association of Singapore said, we are pleased to bring Singapore Triathlon back in 2023 for our Triathlon fraternity, after a 3 year hiatus! This year, we partnered with Trifactor to deliver our flagship event, which had been a mainstay for our community since 1982! Our priority has always been to deliver a fun, fair, safe and exciting event for all, and this year will be no different.

Kara Patria David, a multi-awarded journalist, host, professor, and educational administrator from the Philippines said, “This is my first time racing in Singapore and i love the race in a scenic coastal route of Singapore.”

More than just a sporting event, the Singapore International Triathlon is a celebration of healthy living and an active lifestyle. It is one of many events that promote the four pillars of the TriFactor: sports, swim, bike, and run, with the aim of developing good health into a lifestyle. The TriFactor Sports Festival will showcase these four pillars in the event, providing a more inclusive, sustainable, and meaningful experience for athletes, their families, and the general public.