Of those who do start a north American Ironman, about 95% finish. The exceptions in 2010 were Louisville and St. George, where several hundred triathletes did not reach the finish line.
Sold Out Ironman Races: How Many Choose Not to Race?
Most north American Ironman races sell out on the first day of registration. After that, several hundred enter sold out races via a Foundation Entry, which double the fee, with 50% going to Ironman Foundation charities. With all the demand to enter these races, it's remarkable that hundreds ultimately will never reach the starting line.
Of those who do start a north American Ironman, about 95% finish. The exceptions in 2010 were Louisville and St. George, where several hundred triathletes did not reach the finish line.
Of those who do start a north American Ironman, about 95% finish. The exceptions in 2010 were Louisville and St. George, where several hundred triathletes did not reach the finish line.
