Over 500 participants took part in the Bintan Triathlon and Sports Festival over two days, in a Race for All Levels
Singapore, 24 October 2023 - Over the past weekend, Bintan Resorts, in collaboration with TriFactor Asia, organised and flagged off the highly-anticipated return of the BINTAN TRIATHLON BY TRIFACTOR in 2023 after a three-year absence.
Set against the scenic backdrop of Lagoi Bay, Bintan, the event made its return to the world triathlon series with athletes from around the globe gathering to compete in a test of endurance, encompassing swimming, cycling, and running.
Day 2 of the event witnessed a Gran Fondo competition for cycling enthusiasts, only just introducted this year. The total field of triathlon and other races’ participants surpassed 500, surpassing the target for this return event.
This year’s adult races saw the participation of athletes and sports enthusiasts between the ages of 16 to 71, and coming from more than 35 countries, including Indonesia and Singapore.
The Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor 2023 is a significant milestone and a move to revive a sporting event that has captivated enthusiasts in the past. The previous edition was held in 2019 and discontinued due to the unprecedented challenges brought about by the global pandemic from 2020 to 2022.
This event is supported and partnered by Wonderful Indonesia - Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy, Wonderful Riau Island: Kepri Tourism Province and Bintan District Tourism Official. The Guests-of-Honour presiding over the event included Pak Albert Wijaya, Indonesia Triathlon Federation - Riau Island Province, and Pak Max Federico Carlen, Indonesia Triathlon Federation - Riau Island Province.
Also taking part over the weekend were Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor Ambassadors are well-known figures within the triathlon circuit including athletes Arthur Tong (Singapore); Elaine Young (Singapore); Choo Ling Er (Singapore); Andy Wibowo (Indonesia); Leanne Szeto (HongKong); Faith Garcia Miss Aura (Philippine); Kelly Tandiono (Indonesia) and Michelle Surjaputra (Indonesia).
Speaking at the event, Mr Abdul Wahab, Chief Operating Officer, PT Bintan Resort Cakrawala (Bintan Resorts) said: "We are very excited to welcome the Bintan Triathlon after a long absence from the sporting scene."
"With the support we received, we were committed to holding an excellent event that was enjoyed by many, including a wide range of triathletes from all over the world." He continued: “We would like to express our gratitude to the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore, the Ministry Tourism & Creative Economy, Tourism Office of Bintan Regency and Riau Islands Province, Governor Riau Islands Province, Regent of Bintan, Head of the Bintan Regency Tourism Office, Federation Triathlon Indonesia, Bintan Resorts Council, and media partners for their support. With their help, we look forward to bringing more of such events and we are committed to growing sports tourism in Bintan Resorts, so look out for more sporting events to come in 2024.”
Elvin Ting, Managing Director and Founder of Orange Room, said: “TriFactor is delighted to have partnered with Bintan Resorts to organise the Bintan Triathlon by TriFactor Festival in 2023. Our close collaboration aims to revive sports tourism in the breathtaking setting of Bintan, for now and into the future. The island’s extensive coastline, well-maintained roads, and exceptional infrastructure create an ideal training ground for athletes, ensuring their safety, enjoyment, and inspiration, offering our community the perfect location to train and compete at the highest level. It has been a successful weekend and we hope to see even more participants in future events.”
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