Bonaqua triathlon Cup on at Troutbeck tomorrow

Audrey Galawu

All is set for the 15th edition of the Bonaqua Troutbeck African Triathlon Cup that is being staged at the magnificent Troutbeck Resort, in Nyanga, Manicaland Province tomorrow.

The event starts with the registration of athletes today and various activities are scheduled for tomorrow.

The 2023 edition also sees the return of two-time Troutbeck Elite Men’s gold medalist Ayan Beisenbayev from Kazakhstan.

International and regional athletes from various countries, including Mexico, South Africa, Chile, Japan and Bermuda trooped in yesterday to compete, in one of the most exciting but challenging races sanctioned by the International Triathlon Union. Points gained at the Bonaqua Africa Triathlon Cup, are used for qualifications to events such as the Olympics.

The 2023 edition also sees the return of two-time Troutbeck Elite Men’s gold medalist Ayan Beisenbayev from Kazakhstan.

Coca-Cola Frontline Marketing Manager, Barry Otieno said the brand strives to make the event more exciting.

“We are delighted that every year, through our Bonaqua brand, we have been able to support Triathlon Zimbabwe to bring this event, which is not only significant for sports but is also a flagship for the country’s tourism industry.

“We, therefore, call on Zimbabweans to come and enjoy as we cheer the future Olympic hopefuls in action in the Africa Triathlon Junior Cup and support the best of our local athletes in the Zimbabwe Junior National Championships.

“With international elite athletes from as far as Chile participating in the Elite Africa Triathlon Cup, juniors vying for the Africa Triathlon junior Cup and Zimbabwe National Triathlon Championships, Bonaqua Cimas-iGo Corporate challenge, MTB and off-road triathlon, aquathlon, duathlon and open water swim, the event is offering something for everyone,” he said.

Triathlon Zimbabwe event coordinator, Rick Fulton said that they are ready to stage a successful and memorable tournament.

The scenic Troutbeck is well known as one of the world’s best resorts for triathlon sports and tourism due to the availability of safe, clean, disease and animal-free water, good roads within perfect terrain as well as a friendly climatic environment.

This year marks the 6th anniversary for Bonaqua as the official title sponsor.

Other sponsors include iGo from Cimas, Rooney’s, CFAO, African Sun, Troutbeck resort, Ecocash and Simbisa who have joined this year.