Challenge Philippines Triathlon launches new international race

Yellow Cab Pizza takes title sponsorship

Challenge Philippines, the third Asian event of the globally expanding Challenge Family series of events, is expanding its brand footprint with the announcement of a new race set on June 14 next year—Challenge CamSur after  a successful leg last February in Subic Bay and Bataan.

Last 29th of July, Challenge Philippines successfully launched the event and Yellow Cab Pizza takes title sponsorship. Aside from giving triathletes their ultimate racing experience, the Yellow Cab Challenge Philippines will help boost the country’s tourism, generating millions of dollars in revenue.

Second place Michael Murphy talks to champion Matt Burton who finished the race with a recorded time of four hours, 26 minutes, and 53 seconds in pursuit of his 1st place share of the US$ 50, 000 Pro prize purse.  

The new title sponsorship with Yellow Cab Co. for Challenge Philippines and Challenge Camsur, with an initial term of 3 years, will begin immediately. The famous pizza chain has been a long-time supporter of triathlon by supporting its own team, Team Yellow Cab, and many sport development programs, including its support of Challenge Philippines in 2014 as an official partner.

The most recent Challenge Philippines in Subic Bay and Bataan showcased over 729 athletes from 38 countries. Triathletes from different walks of life, including two crown princess of Bahrain, competed in the inaugural race. The race’s broadcast coverage reached over 82 counties worldwide showcasing Philippines as the most desired lifestyle and sports destination.

Challenge Family, owner of the global triathlon series of long and half distance races, is known worldwide for giving the most iconic and beautiful race locations. This is exemplified with the announcement of the new Challenge CamSur.

And David Voth, CEO of Leverage Sports Asia and chairman of Challenge Philippines Race said,  “We are honored to welcome Challenge CamSur as part of the Challenge Philippine’s Family of races. Camsur has a rich tradition and legacy in the sport of Philippine triathlons… With the passion and warmth always evident from the people of Camarines Sur supporting our athletes, it’s just amazing.”

CamSurGov. Miguel Luis Villafuerte supported the upcoming event and he quoted, “We in the province of CamSurare proud to be part of the Challenge Family Global Series and we are looking forward to host the CamSur Challenge triathlon next year as a banner event of Challenge Philippines,”

Villafuerte pointed out that Camsur holds a unique draw when it comes to hosting such international sporting events.

Anna Stroh, event director of Challenge Philippines and Challenge CamSur said: "Giving our athletes an opportunity to compete at highest levels, in awell-organized, safe, and beautiful destinations, is our primary goal.”            

Challenge Philippines Triathlon in Subic Bay and Bataan and Challenge CamSur will be held on Feb. 21 and June 14, respectively.

After registration, all athletes will get the chance to win a year-round season pass to select Challenge Family races including a coveted race kit to Challenge Roth in 2015. The promotion will run for a limited time only. Athletes may register and join through http://bit.ly/30YearsOfRoth.