The IRONSTAR Sochi Sirius 2023 sports festival unfolded in the Sirius Federal District, Sochi, from October 6 to 8, drawing 6,500 participants and 17,000 fans from 77 regions across Russia. The event showcased a diverse slate, including women’s and children’s races, open water swimming, and triathlon competitions at distances of 113 km, SPRINT, and OLYMPIC. The centerpiece of the weekend was the IRONSTAR 226 Sochi Sirius 2023, billed as the season’s main triathlon race.
The IRONSTAR 226 Sochi Sirius 2023 took place on October 7. Competitors tackled a demanding course comprising a 3.86 km swim, 180 km of cycling, and a 42 km run. On the same day, elite athletes contested the Russian Long Distance Championship, with Ilya Prasolov and Yulia Golofeeva emerging as the victors in their respective divisions.
The Sirius festival was described by IRONSTAR’s leadership as a highlight of the season for participants and the organizing team. The event featured three marriage proposals at the finish line, a tradition the organizers welcomed as a sign of the community growing around the festival. Beyond the races, the program broadened to include educational conferences, partner-led competitions, a historical expo, and a loyalty program for fans. Vladimir Sheikin, the IRONSTAR General Manager, spoke of the festival as a burst of energy, emotion, and joy born from the athletes pushing their limits. The four-day celebration left a lasting impression of momentum and optimism for the sport’s local and national communities.
In the IRONSTAR 226 division for men, Kirill Kravchenko earned first place, Artem Prilepov claimed the silver medal, and Alexander Halamanov took bronze. In the women’s IRONSTAR 226 classification, Marina Koleskina finished first, Natalya Grigorieva earned second, and Antonina Faustova finished third.
Note: Any previous reports about athletes being deprived of participation or similar sensational claims have been clarified by official event channels and media outlets. The festival remains focused on athletic excellence, community engagement, and the growth of triathlon disciplines in the region.