MetaSprint Series Duathlon demonstrates growing appeal of multi-sport among amateur athletes with 1,200 athletes in attendance
Singapore, 23 February 2025 - The MetaSprint Series Duathlon, held this morning, proved to be a remarkable and electrifying event, attracting over 1,200 athletes from all over. The multisport event, which features five categories including the Sprint Duathlon, Discovery Duathlon, Youth Duathlon, Kids Duathlon and Team Relay events witnessed athletes running and cycling at blistering paces in a showcase of athleticism and intense competition, with plenty of personal bests achieved.
This year's edition was also preceded by a Triathlon Association of Singapore (TAS) SEA Games Heats and qualifiers, as the top three athletes of Ahmad Arif Ibrahim, Ben Khoo, Nicholas Rachmadi (Men's) and Louisa Middleditch, Herlene Yu, Rachel Hew (Women's) booked their spots to represent Singapore at the year-end SEA Games in Thailand, pending due process from Singapore National Olympic Council (SNOC).
The SEA Games qualifiers featured a super sprint distance comprising a 2km run, 8km ride and 1km run and proved to be a keenly fought contest among Singapore's top athletes with Tey Yi Jun disqualified after initially having crossed the finish line first for the men's category. In the women's category Rachel Hew overcame her initial mistake of running in the wrong direction in her second transition to claim third place behind Louisa Middleditch and Herlene Yu, displacing Rachel Longstaff in the process who placed fourth ahead of rising star Ng Xuanjie and the event's defending champion Yong Man Yun.
The main Sprint Duathlon event (3km run, 18km cycle and 3km run) saw equally stirring performances from everyday athletes, as Finn Bannister, Kyle Arnold and James Farley completed the podium set for the men's while Fiona Lim underscored her status as the next up and coming multi-sport local star after cementing first spot in the women's elite race, leading the pack from start to finish, finishing ahead of Suzie Bacon and SportPlus' Sarah Tan.
SportPlus Dominates Relay Events
Team SportPlus dominated the podium in the relay event, with all three teams finishing on the podium - with SportPlus Team 2 (Bryce Chong, Ameline Tan and Lucas Tan) emerging as champions of the mixed relay category while SportPlus Team 1 (Neyton Tan, Maxine Tan and Raymond Sng) taking second runners up behind Geylang Cycling Team.
An all-female SportPlus Team 3 also surprisingly found themselves on the podium, reward for the beginners who showed courage to participate this year.
Community Spirit
What made this event truly special was the vibrant community atmosphere. Spectators lined the course, offering support and cheers, while volunteers ensured the race ran smoothly. The event was more than just about competition—it was a celebration of the duathlon community, fitness, and determination.
Post-Race Festivities
After the race, participants gathered at the finish line for refreshments, massages, and the opportunity to relax and socialise with fellow athletes. The post-race area was filled with smiles, laughter, and camaraderie as everyone celebrated their accomplishments.
Looking Forward
The MetaSprint Series Duathlon continues to grow year after year, attracting both seasoned pros and first-time duathletes. With an excellent event organisation, a challenging course, and a welcoming atmosphere, participants are already looking forward to the next edition.
Whether you’re a veteran or a newbie, the MetaSprint Duathlon is a must-do event for anyone looking to challenge themselves and experience the excitement of a multisport race, and is the perfect pre-cursor to the Singapore T100.
Or if you are big fan of the MetaSprint Series, be sure to mark your calendar for the next race of the MetaSprint Triathlon happening next month! #Metasport #MetaSprintSeries #Duathlon