World Triathlon Cup Rome

The World Triathlon Cup in the heart of Rome

The World Triathlon Cup Rome is the Italian stop on the world triathlon circuit organized by World Triathlon and, locally, by the Italian Triathlon Federation (FITRI). The race takes place in Rome's EUR district, in the scenic setting of the EUR Lake, one of the most photographed corners of the capital, with the waters of the artificial basin used for the swimming leg and the district's grand rationalist avenues transformed into a circuit for cycling and running.

An international event in Lazio

Now in its fourth edition in 2026, the event attracts elite athletes from over forty countries to Rome, in the Lazio region, many of whom are competing for world ranking points and Olympic qualification. The World Triathlon Cup is a premier showcase for international triathlon and brings a spectacular, visually striking sport to the city center.

The race format: Sprint and Mixed Relay

The program is built around the Sprint distance, which includes 750 meters of swimming in the lake, 20 kilometers of cycling (five laps on the EUR avenues), and 5 kilometers of running. Alongside the individual men's and women's events, there is the Mixed Relay, the national team relay that alternates athletes in short, lightning-fast legs, making it one of the most adrenaline-filled specialties appreciated by the public.

Not just for elites: the Regional Cup

The international competition is accompanied by age-group events, including the Regional Cup, which opens the weekend to amateur athletes and regional representatives on shorter distances, making the event a true celebration of sport open to all levels.

Triathlon Experience: promoting Italy through sport

The Rome stage is the final and flagship event of the Triathlon Experience project, created by FITRI together with the Ministry of Tourism to promote sustainable sports tourism, combat seasonality, and showcase Italy's landscape, cultural, and food and wine excellence through four major international events distributed throughout the season.

Experiencing the race as a spectator

Attending the World Triathlon Cup Rome is free: the public can follow the race legs along the EUR avenues, particularly in the transition area overlooking the lake, where the spectacle of the transitions is concentrated. The races take place in an easily accessible urban setting, ideal for a day outdoors between high-level sport and one of Rome's most iconic districts.