Super League Triathlon Adds Long Beach Legacy Triathlon to Portfolio

Super League Triathlon is continuing its United States expansion by assuming the operation of the 2024 Long Beach Legacy Triathlon in partnership with USA Triathlon, adding to Super League’s growing U.S. portfolio after the acquisition of events in Chicago and New York.

“Super League Triathlon has become known for the high quality of its events, whether for professional or amateurs and will bring this expertise to the Long Beach event,” said Michael D’hulst, chief executive officer and co-founder of Super League Triathlon. “We believe we have added a race which is hugely exciting and gives us the perfect springboard for success in the years ahead.”

The event, previously hosted by USA Triathlon, will take place at the proposed venue for the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. It is a long-term joint venture between Super League Triathlon and USA Triathlon and help grow short course racing in the United States.

“With Super League now boasting mass participation events in major U.S. cities Chicago, New York and Long Beach, we have the perfect platform to grow short course triathlon in the USA,” D’hulst said. “The partnership with USAT is one I am extremely excited about as we share common goals for the development of the sport and the potential for short course racing to thrive building towards the Olympics in 2028.”

The 2024 Long Beach Legacy Triathlon will take place on July 20–21 and will feature races for age group, elite and youth athletes. The schedule includes a sprint distance race (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run) with both individual and relay categories, a corporate challenge event, a kids’ splash and dash and a World Triathlon Para Cup event. The Long Beach Legacy Triathlon will also continue Super League’s partnership with Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, which has raised $18 million via the Malibu Triathlon.

“USA Triathlon is thrilled to see the Legacy Triathlon evolve into the Long Beach Legacy Triathlon with Super League at the helm,” said Victoria Brumfield, chief executive officer of USA Triathlon. “As we look toward the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, having the ability to participate in a triathlon that follows the same path as the course for 2028 provides a memorable opportunity for athletes of all abilities to connect to the highest level of our sport.”