World Triathlon

2021 Africa Triathlon Championships Sharm El Sheikh Dear Athletes, Delegations and Guests It's our honor to invite you to participate in the 2021 Africa Triathlon Championships Sharm El Sheikh, June 9th – 13th, 2021 Sharm el-Sheikh (the city of Peace) is an Egyptian resort city has a wonderfully quaint location; located between the desert of the Sinai Peninsula and the Red Sea. It's known for its sheltered sandy beaches, clear waters and coral reefs.

COVID-19 Protocols

1- A PCR Test should be provided within 72 hours from travelling. 2- Pre-Event Screening should be submitted in the World Triathlon System by each individual. 3- PPE / Medical Certificate should be submitted by each individual. 4- A PCR Test or antigenic test should be done by each elite/u23/junior/youth / coaches within 48h from the race day. 5- Daily screening should be done for every participant. Athletes who need to do a PCR before traveling back to their home countries; they should request it with the LOC Deadline 31 MAY 2021 COVID-19 Tests: -For the Pre-Race COVID-19 test, it will take place as the dates we put in the World Triathlon website, more exceptions are that, athlete could have this test two days before their race day, like the following Race Day >>>> COVIDE-19 Friday >>>> Wednesday Saturday >>>> Thursday Sunday >>>> Friday - At event COVID-19 Test: In order to simplify and speed up the process, please note you have to register previously by filling this form: https://forms.gle/sU2yfAazFrKRANEo7 - How to access your World Triathlon Account for a pre-event questionnaire. https://triathlon.org/pre_event_covid_19_screening_guide - Department PCR Test: Travelers who need to COVID-19 test for their return journey from Egypt can Reserve the service through the Local Organizing Committee by filling this form: https://forms.gle/MbE9LWBEF8NVvJwXA Cost: 100$ USD per single test. Results will be available in 48hours Kindly check well the Airlines regulations as some required Antigen test over the PCR. Please make sure you attend this test in the scheduled time for your National Federation. There will be a medical office in the Baron Palm hotel.

Important Notes

Start Place: Cyrene Island Beach Area -The LOC is not responsible for booking hotels in the wrong areas. So make sure that you know the area very well. -Athletes/teams that will not book into one of the Bubble Hotel, they will unfortunately not be able to compete at the events. -Please all payment should be done in the LOC Desk. -Be aware of any registration mistakes as we have the 2021 Africa Triathlon Cup one week prior to this event. -The final schedule and time tables will be published online. So please make sure to check the final orders in the briefing. - Non-African athletes may compete in the Elite/u23 Championship event, however will not be eligible for the title, medals, or WT points, only prize money and open race awards. - Non-African athletes may compete in the Youth/ Juniors/ AG Championship event, however will not be eligible for the title, medals, or WT points, only open race awards

Visa requirements

If you a need visa invitation letter, please fill the Information for Visa Invitation Letter which can be download in “Documents” and email to LOC: trieginfo@gmail.com Full Name / Gender / Birth Date (yyyy-mm-dd) / Nationality / Passport Number / Occupation / in which city/country to apply Notes: 1. All information must be coincidental with the Passport. 2. Passport’s Date of Expiry must be at least 6 months ahead. 3. A visa invitation will be provided based on the information provided, with which you will be able to apply for the visa easily and quickly. 4. Requests should be through your NF official email, or your name should be appear in the World Triathlon Platform entries system. 5. Please let us know if you need a separate letter for each athlete or group letter For any questions please don't hesitate to contact us on LOC E-mail: trieginfo@gmail.com

Races Details

Standard Triathlon 1500m Swim - 2 Lap x750m 40km Bike - 6 Laps x6.6km 10km Run – 1k connection + 4 Laps x2.2km Sprint Triathlon 750m Swim - 1 Lap x750m 20km Bike - 3 Laps x6.6km 5km Run - 1k connection 2 Laps x2km Super Sprint Triathlon 400m Swim - 1 Lap x400m 10km Bike - 2 Laps x5km 2.5km Run – 1k connection +1 Lap x1.5km Mixed-Relay Triathlon Distances per every member 250m Swim - 1 Lap x250m 5km Bike - 1 Laps x6.6km 1.5km Run - 1 Lap x1.6km – Only Finisher may go to the finish area place. Kids Triathlon 100m Swim - 1 Lap x100m 3km Bike - 1 Lap x3km 500m Run - 1 Lap x500m

More Details

Water temperature: Expect 24 degrees Swim course in red sea, clean and free of disease Start Mechanism: Deep Water Start Air temperature: Low/30°C – High 40°C Bike Course: 100% asphalt include dead U-turns Run Course: concrete + asphalt, no sand, no grass.

Minimum Ages

-Elite: 18 years old /YOB: 2003 -U23: 18 to 23 years old / YOB: 2003 - 1998 -Juniors: 16-19 years old / YOB: 2005-2002 -Youth A U17: 16-17 years old / YOB: 2005-2004 -Youth B U15: 14-15 years old / YOB: 2007-2006 -Youth C U13: 12-13 years old / YOB: 2009-2008 -Mixed-Relay: 15 years old / YOB: 2005 -Standard Distance: 18 years old /YOB: 2003 -Sprint: 16 years old /YOB: 2005 -Super Sprint AG: 12 years old / YOB: 2009 -Kids Tri U11: 10-11 years old / YOB: 2011-2010 -Kids Tri U9: 7-8-9 years old / YOB: 2014-2013-2012

Entry Fees

Cash Dollars Only 100$ Elite / U23 / Juniors / Youth 100$ Para 200$ Mixed Relay per Team 100$ Age Group all of AG races 50$ kids TRI All Athletes Entries for the (Elite - U23 - Junior - Youth – Mixed Relay - Sprint Triathlon Age Group) must be done through the World Triathlon Entry Platform by the national federations. Egyptian athletes: must be done through the ETF

Prize money distribution. Elite Men and Women

Rank	Men	Women
1st	750 USD	750 USD
2nd	450 USD	450 USD
3rd	300 USD	300 USD