Join ICARUS Sports to watch the best bits from the Indofood IRONMAN 70.3 Bintan and witness the achievements as the world’s best conquered the 3.86km swim, 180.25km ride and 42.20km run.
IRONMAN 70.3 Bintan took place on 19 August 2018 on the exotic island of Bintan in Indonesia, located on the south-eastern doorstep of Singapore. Bintan is the epitome of paradise, with endless beaches, lush tropical vegetation and a race course that takes a spectacular journey around the stunning island. Kicking off the swim in crystal clear waters at Lagoi Bay, athletes then transitioned to scenic wide roads along a mix of flat and hilly terrain for the bike stage, wrapping up with the run to claim their Ironman ticket.
Ranked as Asia’s BEST overall long course triathlon, BEST triathlon run course and BEST family-friendly race by AsiaTri, the massive popularity of Indofood IRONMAN 70.3 Bintan attracted 1,300 Asian and international athletes, with tons of crowd support along the route.
Navigating the journey to become an Ironman is not easy. Intense training precedes completing endurance distances against time limits in what is an intensely tough but rewarding experience. The highlights show reveals the power, commitment and tenacity required from athletes competing in Ironman.
“ICARUS Sports captured the best moments along the Indofood IRONMAN 70.3 Bintan as participants from around the world proved that anything is possible,” commented Jason Georgaris, ICARUS Sports’ Chief Executive Officer. “From those completing in their first Ironman to the hugely experienced aiming for a spot on the podium, the experience was life-changing.”
“ICARUS Sports’ production embraced different camera angles as well as aerial imagery to search out and expose the physical demands, emotion and drama of the race. The journey is so demanding that for many it seemed impossible,” concluded Georgaris.
