JOURNEY THROUGH HISTORY WITH CHALLENGE GALLIPOLI

Challenge Gallipoli, the second race in Türkiye of Challenge Family, which is the one of the world's largest triathlon organization brands, will be held on June 2, 2024 with participation from worldwide.

Türkiye Triathlon Federation’s President Bayram Yalçınkaya stated that the Gallipoli peninsula, where the Çanakkale Wars, one of the decisive battles of the First World War, took place. It offers an unforgettable middle distance triathlon course experience for triathletes with its rough terrain and unique Bosphorus view. He also added the following words for the organization:

"Spirit of endurance and victory emerges in the hearth of Gallipoli, where the history echoes from its hills and seasides. Just as soldiers once faced the challenges of this historic land, modern triathletes will win their own struggle. With Challenge Gelibolu, triathletes will swim in chilly waters, cycle against the wind and run in a sheltered area, where is full of historical and natural beauties. Triathletes will experience the Gallipoli region, where history and triathlon meet, as a living proof of endurance with echoes of the past and steps of today."

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