Marrakech – The Federation Royale Marocaine de Triathlon (FRMTRI) and Madaef Sports & Events (MSE) have announced the organization of the African Triathlon Cup – Taghazout Bay 2025, scheduled for September 21.
The event will take place in the scenic tourist destination of Taghazout Bay and is expected to attract nearly 100 elite athletes from over 25 countries, including two Moroccan competitors, all seeking valuable points for the African and global rankings.
Taghazout Bay has steadily positioned itself as a hotspot for sports tourism, attracting enthusiasts of surfing, bodyboarding, golf, and now triathlon.
With its challenging and scenic course, modern infrastructure, pristine natural surroundings, beautiful beaches, favorable climate, and proximity to Agadir, Taghazout Bay is ideally suited to host a continental-scale competition.
The African Triathlon Cup – Taghazout Bay 2025 highlights Morocco’s growing commitment to sports events, enhancing the international profile of Taghazout Bay and solidifying the country’s status as a global sports and tourism hub.
Event format
Athletes will compete in a 750 m swim, 20 km cycling, and 5 km run course in Taghazout Bay.
Alongside the continental event, the Moroccan National Age Group Championship Finale will take place on September 20, offering amateur and young triathletes the opportunity to compete over Olympic distances in a competitive yet friendly environment: 1.5 km swim, 40 km cycling, and 10 km run.
The Tawenza Square Esplanade will serve as the central hub of the competition, providing easy access for athletes and the public and fostering interaction among sports enthusiasts and visitors.
Event schedule
September 20:
- National Clubs Championship
07:30 a.m. – Women’s race start
08:30 a.m. – Men’s race start
04:00 p.m. – Awards ceremony
- National Age Group Championship
10:00 a.m. – Men’s race start
10:05 a.m. – Women’s race start
02:00 p.m. – Awards ceremony
- Elite Course Reconnaissance
12:40 p.m. – Cycling course check – Elite
01:00–02:00 p.m. – Swimming course check – Elite
03:00 p.m. – Athlete registration (Hilton Taghazout Bay Beach Resort & Spa)
04:30 p.m – Participant briefing, bib & coach accreditation
September 21:
- National U15 Super Sprint Championship
08:30 a.m. – Women’s race start
09:15 a.m. – Men’s race start
04:00 p.m. – Awards ceremony
- African Triathlon Cup – Taghazout 2025
12:00 p.m. – Elite Women start
02:00 p.m. – Elite Men start
03:30 p.m. – Awards ceremony
Are you ready for some fun?
Bringing together elite performance, continental competition, and top-tier tourist appeal, the African Triathlon Cup – Taghazout Bay 2025 promises a spectacular event in one of Morocco’s most dynamic destinations.
