Phuket, Thailand, September 5, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / The legendary race is back! Laguna Phuket, Asia's leading integrated leisure and lifestyle destination, proudly announces the 31st edition of the Laguna Phuket Triathlon (LPT), taking place on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at Laguna Grove.

Known as the “Race of Legends” and the longest-running triathlon in Southeast Asia, the Laguna Phuket Triathlon 2025 will once again welcome over 1,000 athletes and 3,000 spectators from around the world, enriching Phuket’s high season with world-class sport and international attention.

This year's event underscores Phuket's positioning as a destination for an active lifestyle – not just as a holiday island, but as a holistic center for health, sport, and wellness. In addition to strengthening the local economy, the event promotes Phuket's global reputation as a world-class sports tourism hub, supported by close partnerships with leading national organizations such as the Phuket Provincial Government, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Sports Authority of Thailand, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Thai Airways International, and many others.

Paul Wilson, Managing Director of Laguna Phuket, stated: “We are proud that Laguna Phuket, Thailand’s first and largest integrated resort, has hosted the Laguna Phuket Triathlon for over 31 years. Here, athletes and their families can enjoy comfort, wellness, and relaxation alongside world-class competition. We are committed to continuous development to meet today’s travel trends, where visitors seek not only recreation but also health, wellness, and exciting new activities. Our goal is to evolve the event each year and ensure that the Laguna Phuket Triathlon remains the top choice for athletes worldwide, as well as for health-conscious travelers who choose Phuket as their preferred destination.”

Legendary track and race categories

The Laguna Phuket Triathlon, renowned for its unique course and high standards, combines the island's natural beauty with modern facilities and internationally recognized safety management. The classic 2025 Laguna Phuket Triathlon course includes a 1.8 km swim in the Andaman Sea and the freshwater lagoons of Laguna Phuket, a scenic 50 km bike ride along the coast, through hills and villages, and a 12 km run around the lush resort grounds.

The race also includes the sprint triathlon (0.5 km swim, 20 km bike, 6 km run) and the duathlon (4 km run, 50 km bike, 12 km run), making it accessible to a wider range of athletes. This year, new age categories were introduced in the sprint competition to ensure inclusion at all performance levels. A total prize purse of US$20,000 awaits the top finishers.

World-class athlete lineup

The 2025 edition will feature a top-class field of elite triathletes from around the world, including defending champions and rising stars. Confirmed male professionals include Antony Costes (France), Joel Wooldridge (Australia), Rostyslav Pevtsov (Ukraine), Guy Crawford (New Zealand), Casimir Moine (France), and James Thorp (Australia). The women's professional field includes Kate Bevilaqua (Australia), Kseniia Levkovska (Ukraine), Alanis Siffert (Switzerland), and Dominika Jamnicky (Canada), who will be making her Laguna Phuket Triathlon debut in 2025. Kitpong Chawaldit of Thailand, known for his remarkable endurance in four consecutive IRONMAN races in Sweden, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand, will also return to the Laguna Phuket Triathlon in 2025.

TriHub open water swimming – highlights before the race

A definite highlight this year is the Open Water Swim presented by TriHub, taking place for the second time on Saturday, November 22, 2025, the day before the main race. On the pristine beach of Laguna Phuket, the event invites professional and amateur swimmers alike to compete over various distances. The race is designed to be inclusive, safe, and inspiring for everyone – from experienced swimmers to triathlon novices. With professional safety teams, a course built to international standards, and the unspoiled natural scenery of Phuket, the Open Water Swim is more than just a competition – it's an experience that connects people with nature and with each other, while also strengthening the triathlon community in Thailand and the region.

Lifestyle, facilities and hospitality

Participants and supporters enjoy luxurious accommodations at Laguna Phuket's premier resorts, including the Angsana Laguna Phuket, the Banyan Tree Phuket, the Cassia Phuket, the Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket, the HOMM Suites Laguna, and the SAii Laguna Phuket. Complimentary shuttle buses and boat transfers to the race venue are available. Exclusive accommodation offers can be obtained with booking code LPT2025.

Athletes from all over the world are invited to participate in the 31st Laguna Phuket Triathlon on Sunday, November 23, 2025, and in the open water swim presented by TriHub on Saturday, November 22, 2025.