How to Watch the 2024 Ironman World Championship: Your Complete Viewing Guide
Don't miss a second of the action as the world's best male triathletes return to the Big Island, with global coverage starting at 4:30 AM HST on Saturday 26 October.
The moment triathlon fans have been waiting for is here - the men return to the Big Island for the first time since Gustav Iden's record-breaking performance in 2022. Here's everything you need to know to catch every minute of the action.
Quick Details
- Date: Saturday, 26 October, 2024
- Start Time: Professional men start at 6:25 am HST
- Expected Finish: First finisher around 2:00 pm HST
- Prize Purse: $375,000 ($125,000 for the winner)
Where to Watch
Global Viewers (except US & Canada)
- proseries.ironman.com
- DAZN
- IRONMAN YouTube Channel
- iQIYI (China)
- beIN Sports (Middle East, North Africa, Asia-Pacific)
Saturday, 26 October
- Hawaii (HST): 06:25 AM
- US West Coast (PDT): 09:25 AM
- US East Coast (EDT): 12:25 PM
- UK (BST): 17:25 PM
- Central Europe (CEST): 18:25 PM
Sunday, 27 October
- Sydney, Australia (AEDT): 03:25 AM
- New Zealand (NZDT): 05:25 AM
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Pro Viewing Tip: European viewers should note that Daylight Savings ends on this race weekend. The race will start in daylight but finish in standard time!
Expected Key Moments (Local Kona Time)
- First out of water: ~7:13 AM
- Leaders off the bike: ~11:24 AM
- First finisher: ~2:00 PM
US & Canada Viewers
- Outside TV (exclusive rights)
- Available on both app and web platforms
Regional Coverage
- France: L'Équipe Live (French commentary)
- Germany: ZDF (German commentary)
- ZDF website: 6:10 am - 3:15 pm HST
- ZDF TV: 12:30 pm - 3:15 pm HST
Broadcast Schedule (All times HST)
4:30 AM - 5:45 AM
- Commercial-free pre-race show
- Body marking coverage
- Available on all platforms
6:00 AM - 2:45 PM
- Full race coverage
- Swim start at 6:25 AM
- Expected winner around 2:00 PM
- Post-race show following podium ceremony
Commentary Team
On-Site in Kona
- Matt Lieto (Course Correspondent)
- Greg Welch (IRONMAN World Champion)
- Special Guests:
- Jan Frodeno
- Daniela Ryf
- Craig Alexander
- Lauren Brandon
Studio Team
- Mirinda Carfrae
- Michael Lovato
- Dede Griesbauer
- Chelsea Sodaro (joining from Boulder)
Key Times to Watch
- 6:25 AM: Professional men's start
- 7:13 AM: Expected first athlete out of water
- 11:24 AM: Leaders expected into T2
- 2:00 PM: Estimated finish time for winner
Whether you're tracking Sam Laidlow's defence of his Nice title, Kristian Blummenfelt's revenge mission, or Magnus Ditlev's bid for a first Kona crown, this comprehensive coverage ensures you won't miss a moment of what promises to be an epic showdown on the Big Island.
