Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced that the age group entries have opened for the World Triathlon Championship Series Abu Dhabi, which will take place from 8 and 9 March 2024, on Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.

The emirate will host the global event for the ninth year and will include multiple triathlon and single discipline race distance options, attracting amateurs, juniors, seasoned triathletes and the People of Determination.

His Excellency Aref Alawani, General Secretary of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, said: "We are thrilled to host the World Triathlon Championship Series in which we expect to see an enthusiastic response from both competitors and spectators. It is always an honour to bear witness to such sportsmanship of the highest calibre. In particular, we look forward to welcoming those new to triathlons with our attractive offers for newcomers and amateurs. We hope that your first time in the competition is an enjoyable experience. We also wish the best of luck to all our other competitors."

Marisol Casado, President of World Triathlon said: "We are delighted to return to Abu Dhabi, a place that has given so much to our sport. Since 2015, our partnership with the Abu Dhabi Sports Council has grown ever stronger, helping triathlon to flourish in the region at the same time, always providing a magnificent opening of our season and ensuring that the athletes get the best stages to perform on and at to inspire newcomers to the magic of swim-bike-run."