Two of Bermuda’s premier triathletes are set to showcase the island’s sporting reach across two continents on May 16th, 2026, with major assignments looming in both Asia and North America.
The double-header highlights the growing depth of Bermuda’s international triathlon program, as the island's elite representatives prepare to tackle vastly different conditions in pursuit of world ranking points.
In Japan, Olympian Erica Hawley will be looking to assert her presence at the 2026 World Triathlon Championship Series (WTCS) Yokohama. Hawley will wear the number 33 in a compact but incredibly high-caliber field of 40 Elite Women.
The Yokohama circuit is renowned for its technical bike course and often humid conditions, serving as a critical fixture for athletes aiming to solidify their standing in the global rankings. For Hawley, the race represents another opportunity to compete against the world’s most decorated specialists on the sport’s most prestigious stage.
Across the Pacific, the focus shifts to Mexico, where Nicholas Pilgrim will wear the number 26 at the 2026 Americas Triathlon Cup Ixtapa. While Hawley faces a refined WTCS field, Pilgrim must navigate a far more congested race, lining up alongside 70 other competitors in a massive field of 71 Male Elite athletes.
The Ixtapa event is a staple of the Americas Cup circuit, known for its grueling heat and fast-paced coastal run. For Pilgrim, maintaining a strong position through the swim will be paramount to avoid the tactical chaos of such a large peloton on the bike leg.
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