2016 Ayla Oasis West Asian Triathlon and Duathlon set for November

AMMAN — The 2016 Ayla Oasis West Asian Triathlon and Duathlon will be held in Aqaba on November 18, according to a statement from organisers on Saturday.

The Ayla Oasis Development Company will host the event in coordination with the Jordanian Olympic Committee and the support of the members of Arabian Triathlon Federation and Asian Triathlon Confederation.

According to the statement, all preparations to ensure the success of the first-of-its kind race in Aqaba, and the second ever triathlon championship hosted in Jordan have been completed.

More than 100 top ranking male and female triathletes from Jordan and across the region, are expected to participate in the event that combines a 750m swim, 20km road cycling leg and a 5km run.

Tareq Khayyat, president of the Jordan Triathlon Association, said: “We seek to strengthen Jordan’s international standing as a leading sports tourism destination and raise the profile of such events in the country.

The championship will help us discover local talents and refine their skills to international standards through providing them with opportunities to compete with professional players from across the region.” Winners will receive cash prizes worth JD10,000 to be distributed among the top finalists.