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U.S. Paratriathletes Open 2026 World Triathlon Para Series Season in Devonport, Australia

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by USA Triathlon

U.S. Elite Paratriathlete Howie Sanborn crosses the finish line while flexing his arms.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The 2026 World Triathlon Para Series gets underway on Friday, March 13 as 10 U.S. paratriathletes will race in Devonport, Tasmania, Australia, in the season-opening World Triathlon Para Series Devonport. The event marks the first of five stops on the 2026 Para Series circuit, which will culminate with the World Triathlon Para Championships in Pontevedra, Spain, in September.

Devonport sets the stage for what promises to be a compelling season of elite paratriathlon competition, with U.S. athletes competing across six Paralympic sport classes. The U.S. contingent features a mix of seasoned veterans and hungry competitors eager to make their mark early in the season.

U.S. ATHLETES TO WATCH

Paris 2024 Paralympian gold medalist and 2025 world champion Chris Hammer leads the U.S. contingent in Australia, where he’ll race in the men’s PTS5 race. He’ll face stiff competition from Australia’s Jack Howell, who finished second behind Hammer at last year’s World Triathlon Para Championships in Wollongong, Australia. 

Paris 2024 Paralympian Howie Sanborn and developing paratriathlete Justin Pines will represent the U.S. in the men’s PTWC classification, looking to establish early momentum in what is expected to be a highly competitive field.

The PTS2 men's class features Paris 2024 Paralympic medalists Mohamed Lahna and Mark Barr, and fellow U.S. teammate Kyle Stepp. The trio will look to make a strong statement on the international stage as the season gets underway.

Paris 2024 Paralympic silver medalist Carson Clough will represent the U.S. in the men’s PTS4 class, while Paris 2024 Paralympian Owen Cravens, along with guide Kevin McDowell, will compete in the men’s PTVI class. 

On the women's side, Michelle Dynes and Virginia Ogburn will both race in the PTS5 class, giving the two developing athletes valuable racing experience.

FOLLOW THE ACTION

Fans can watch World Triathlon events live or on-demand on TriathlonLIVE.tv, available via web browser, IOS and Android apps, Apple TV, and Google TV.

Race coverage on TriathlonLIVE is available for free during March, beginning with the World Triathlon Para Series Devonport. Sign up to create your account on TriathlonLIVE.tv. Other World Triathlon races available to stream for free this month include World Triathlon World Cups Lanzarote (March 14) and Haikou (March 21). 

Coverage of World Triathlon Para Series Devonport begins at 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT on Thursday, March 12 (8 a.m., Friday, March 13 local time). 

For all U.S. elite triathlon news, visit USA Triathlon’s Elite Hub, and follow @usatriathlon on social media. 

2026 WORLD TRIATHLON PARA SERIES SCHEDULE

The Devonport event is the first of five competitions on the 2026 Para Series calendar:

  • World Triathlon Para Series Devonport — March 13
  • World Triathlon Para Series Yokohama — May 16–17
  • World Triathlon Para Series Montreal — June 27–28
  • World Triathlon Para Series Hamburg — July 11–12
  • World Triathlon Para Championships Pontevedra — Sept. 25–27

About USA Triathlon

USA Triathlon is proud to serve as the National Governing Body for triathlon, as well as duathlon, aquathlon, aquabike, winter triathlon, off-road triathlon, paratriathlon, and indoor and virtual multisport events in the United States. Founded in 1982, USA Triathlon sanctions more than 3,500 events and races and connects with and supports more than 300,000 unique active members each year, making it the largest multisport organization in the world. In addition to its work at the grassroots level with athletes, coaches, and race directors — as well as the USA Triathlon Foundation — USA Triathlon provides leadership and support to elite athletes competing at international events, including World Triathlon World Championships, Pan American Games and the Olympic and Paralympic Games.