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Triathlon - A busy 2026 Manx season awaits

Manx Radio SportsCast

Wednesday, 8 April 2026 - 13 minutes

Preparations are now well underway for what's to come this year for a sport that has seen noticeable growth on the Isle of Man in recent years... triathlon.

In 2026, Manx Tri Club is running an expanded programme of events for the campaign which will include a new competition to the series as well providing meetings for a variety of different ages and abilities.

One of those who's been a part of the growing number taking up the sport is Clara Isaac, who, since starting around two years ago, has now gone on to excel, winning a bronze medal in triathlon at the 2025 Island Games in Orkney.

Looking to the weeks and months ahead, Manx Radio sat down with Clara to find out what's to come in 2026, what's making triathlon more popular and why it's considered a welcoming community for anyone who wants to get involved:

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