The Discovery Triathlon World Cup Cape Town is the only ITU World Cup event that takes place on African soil, and the first event on the ITU (International Triathlon Union) World Cup race calendar.
In addition to hosting top triathletes from across the globe, the event also welcomes thousands of multisport enthusiasts for an exciting day of swimming, cycling and running along Cape Town’s spectator-friendly and picturesque Atlantic Seaboard.
The event forms part of the Discovery Get Active Weekend, which also features the Discovery Retro Run – a fun run with a retro twist for the whole family.
The Discovery Triathlon World Cup Cape Town offers a world-class event in a spectacular location, where recreational athletes of all ages can push their own limits while rubbing shoulders with the world’s best… all while their friends, family and supporters get to enjoy the very best that the Mother City has to offer.
Prize money distribution
Rank | Men | Women |
1st | 7,500 USD | 7,500 USD |
2nd | 6,000 USD | 6,000 USD |
3rd | 4,500 USD | 4,500 USD |
4th | 3,000 USD | 3,000 USD |
5th | 2,100 USD | 2,100 USD |
6th | 1,800 USD | 1,800 USD |
7th | 1,500 USD | 1,500 USD |
8th | 900 USD | 900 USD |
9th | 675 USD | 675 USD |
10th | 525 USD | 525 USD |
11th | 450 USD | 450 USD |
12th | 375 USD | 375 USD |
13th | 300 USD | 300 USD |
14th | 225 USD | 225 USD |
15th | 150 USD | 150 USD |