Ironman UK Cancelled

Ironman UK, which has been running since 2005, has been cancelled for the first time in its history due to Covid-19 pandemic.

Ironman UK was due to hold its 12th edition of the race in Bolton on July 12th but the organisers have been forced to cancel the race after following directions from local authorities.

In a released statement, Ironman UK said: “We are committed to the safety and well-being of everyone in our race community in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have been following and will continue to follow the direction and recommendations of public health agencies and local authorities”

There was light shed at the end of the tunnel as organisers stated that the race has already been scheduled to return in 2021.

“In alignment with Bolton Council and in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic, we can confirm that the IRONMAN UK originally scheduled for July 12 will not take place in 2020 and has been rescheduled to return on July 4, 2021

In what has been a continually evolving and challenging time globally, we recognize that this decision due to the above-mentioned unforeseen events may come as a disappointment. Athletes will receive an email with further details.”

You can read the full Ironman UK statement here