Mondello Cup – Sprint Triathlon
Palermo's sprint triathlon between the Gulf of Mondello and Parco della Favorita
About Mondello Cup
The Mondello Cup: A Triathlon for Everyone
The Mondello Cup – Sprint Triathlon is one of the most anticipated events on the Sicilian triathlon calendar. Organized by the Now Team, the event takes place every spring in the stunning setting of the seaside village of Mondello, in the municipality of Palermo, the capital of the Sicily region. It is two days of sport that combine competition, inclusion, and local promotion, set between the sea and the historic greenery of Parco della Favorita.
A Sprint Distance Race
The main event is the sprint distance triathlon, divided into three stages: a 750-meter swim in the waters of the Gulf of Mondello, a 20-kilometer bike ride inside Parco della Favorita, and a 5-kilometer run along the seafront. The competition is ranked Silver by the FITRI (Italian Triathlon Federation) and is part of the Sicily Age Group Trophy, with drafting allowed.
A Weekend for All Ages
The Mondello Cup is more than just a race. The program includes Aquathlon Kids and Youth events, involving children in a swim-run combination, and a strong focus on inclusion: athletes with disabilities participate fully in the event, staying true to the spirit of a "triathlon for everyone." The festival is rounded out by side initiatives such as guided tours, food and wine tastings, and accommodation packages offered by local hotels between Mondello and the city center.
The Wings for Life World Run
The Mondello Cup also hosts the Wings for Life World Run, the world's largest charity run, which stops in Mondello with its signature Virtual Catcher Car format: everyone runs at their own pace, while the funds raised support spinal cord injury research. It is a moment of sport and solidarity that concludes the Sunday race schedule.
Mondello and Parco della Favorita: Unique Scenery
The setting is one of the most evocative in Sicily: the Gulf of Mondello, with its white sand and crystal-clear waters, and Parco della Favorita, at the foot of Monte Pellegrino, Palermo's historic green lung. This context makes the Mondello Cup not just a sporting competition, but also an opportunity to discover the beauty of the Sicilian capital.
Mondello Cup — edition 2026
Mondello Cup 2026 – 10th Edition
The 2026 edition, the tenth of the event, was held on Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10. Saturday, May 9 saw the start of the Aquathlon Kids and Youth events in the early afternoon (transition area opening at 2:15 PM, youth category starts to follow, awards ceremony in the evening). Sunday, May 10 featured the main Sprint Triathlon, with the men's start at 9:00 AM and the women's at 9:10 AM, followed by the awards ceremony at noon. The event concluded with the Wings for Life World Run starting at 1:00 PM on the Mondello seafront.
A FITRI Silver ranked race and part of the Sicily Age Group Trophy, with around 500 athletes expected between the Gulf of Mondello and Parco della Favorita, in the municipality of Palermo.
Programme Mondello Cup 2026
2026 Program
Saturday, May 9 – Aquathlon Kids and Youth
- 2:15 PM – Transition area opens
- 2:45 PM – Junior categories start
- 3:15 PM – Youth A categories
- 4:00 PM – Youth B categories
- 5:00 PM – Awards ceremony
Sunday, May 10 – Sprint Triathlon
- 7:45 AM – Registration and bib collection
- 9:00 AM – Men's start (750m swim + 20km bike + 5km run)
- 9:10 AM – Women's start
- 12:00 PM – Awards ceremony and start of Wings for Life World Run
- 1:00 PM – Wings for Life World Run start
Highlights Mondello Cup 2026
- 10th edition (decennial) of the Mondello Cup
- Sprint distance: 750m swim, 20km cycling, 5km run
- Around 500 athletes between the Gulf of Mondello and Parco della Favorita
- Aquathlon Kids and Youth for the youngest participants
- Wings for Life World Run, charity run with virtual Catcher Car
- Strong focus on the inclusion of athletes with disabilities
Prices Mondello Cup 2026
Practical information — Mondello Cup
How to get there
Mondello is about 11 km from the center of Palermo and can be reached by car, city bus, or shuttle. Falcone-Borsellino Airport in Punta Raisi is about 30 km away.
Registration and Fees
Sprint Triathlon: Senior/Master €35, U23/S1 €25, Junior €15. Aquathlon Youth B €8. Registration via the Now Team.
Information
Email: [email protected] – Tel. +39 328 1436772. Official website: nowteam.it
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Where does it take place — Mondello Cup
Spiaggia di Mondello e Parco della Favorita