2025 Old Doha Port Triathlon & Aquathlon

14 November 2025 | Old Doha Port, Doha, Qatar

TECHNICAL GUIDE

VENUE LOCATION

• Old Doha Port (Venue Area >>Click Here<<)
• VIP/Officials Parking (from 05:30 to 06:30) >>Click Here<<
• Public Parking 1 (from 05:30 to 06:00) >>Click Here<<
• Public Parking 2 (from 06:00 to 06:30) >>Click Here<<
• Parking 3 (from 6:30 onwards - Long Walk) >>Click Here<< 
• Toilet Locations are at the  MINA Hotel Area (500m from the venue)
• Race Map: >>Click here<<

CONTEST OVERVIEW

RACE FORMATS & DISTANCES

AGE GROUPS

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every athlete will fall into his/her age group with reference to his/her age on December 31, 2025.

TEMPERATURE & SUNRISE FORECAST

• Expected Air Temperature at 7:00: 22.5 °C to 24.5 °C
• Expected Water Temperature at 7:00: 27 °C
• Expected Sunrise: 05:50 AM

SCHEDULE 14 November 2025:

Note: This is the schedule. However, times are subject to change if required.

BAG DROP-OFF

• Athletes can leave their bags at the specified area (NO BAGS IN TRANSITION).
• Expect some queues while dropping off/collecting your bag.
• When collecting, the athlete must show his/her bib number.

FINISH AREA

• Athletes & spectators are NOT allowed to remain at the finish area after crossing the finish line.
• Once you cross the finish line, proceed to the specified area for refreshments.
• Once you cross the finish line, our officials will take off your timing chip.

START PROTOCOL

• 10 Athletes at a time, with a 10-second difference between each wave.
• Men will have their own start waves.
• Women will have their own start waves.

RULES & REGULATIONS

SWIMMING RULES (In addition to what is in World Triathlon Competition Rules):

• Swimming is at your own risk and responsibility. You must be able to cover the swim distance without any assistance.
• Wetsuits are NOT Allowed.
• Buoyancy devices, fins, and paddles are NOT allowed.

TRANSITION RULES (In addition to what is in World Triathlon Competition Rules):

• The transition zone (TZ) will open at 05:30am and close at 06:45am.
• Athletes are not allowed inside the TZ after 06:45am.
• Spectators/family/friends/etc are NOT allowed in the TZ.
• Bags are not allowed inside the TZ.
• Athletes are allowed to have a towel on the floor inside TZ.
• Only equipment which are used during the race is allowed inside TZ.
• There will be a designated area for Team Relay competitors to receive their timing chip from their teammate.
• Team Relay athletes are NOT allowed to leave their designated zone to collect their timing chip.
• Team Relay athletes who finished their designated leg are NOT allowed to stay in the timing chip handover area.
• Riding your bike inside the TZ is NOT allowed.
• Before entering the transition, make sure you have your helmet on your head and your bike is ready, so our officials can check it.
• Bikes that have open/uncovered drop ends will not be allowed into transition.
• TT Helmets are NOT allowed.
• Cracked and/or loose helmet straps are NOT allowed.
• After finishing swimming & cycling, make sure you rack your bike and place your swim gear in your designated area.
• You are only allowed to ride your bike AFTER the mount line.
• You must get off your bike BEFORE the dismount line.

BIKE RULES (In addition to what is in World Triathlon Competition Rules):

• Drafting is allowed.
• Only road bikes are allowed.
• TT Bikes & MTBs are NOT ALLOWED.
• Littering and disposing of energy gels/food during the bike leg is NOT allowed.
• The bib number must be on the back while cycling.
• Athletes MUST have their bib number on.
• The bike course has U-turns and corners. Athletes must take care of their own safety and the safety of others.
• NO HELMET = NO RIDE = IMMEDIATE DSQ.
• No outside assistance is allowed in case of a mechanical failure.
• Athletes are responsible of the safety and functionality of their bikes & helmets.
• Athletes are responsible for counting their laps. Incorrect laps = DSQ

RUNNING RULES (In addition to What is in World Triathlon Competition Rules):

• Athletes are NOT allowed to run with a bare torso. Athletes must always cover their upper body & thighs.
• Littering is only allowed during the run leg in the designated littering zone.
• The littering zone start and finish will be marked.
• Bib number MUST be present in the front during the run leg.
• Littering outside the littering zone is a rule violation.
• Athletes are responsible for counting their laps. Incorrect laps = DSQ

GENERAL RULES & INFORMATION:

• Athletes must return their timing chip. Failure to do so, the athlete must pay 500 QAR.
• The timing chip must be placed on the left foot ankle.
• Our officials are available to assist you. Kindly adhere to their instructions.
• We strongly advise you to stay hydrated and use sunscreen.
• Detailed parking areas and course maps will be shared soon.
• The race course will be marked. However, it is the athlete's responsibility to follow the course and count their laps.

REGISTRATION FEES:

See you at the start line!