Duel in the Desert 2025
- Date Sat 20th September 2025
- Time 5:30AM MST
- Location Tucson, Arizona
- Price Free - $202.40
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of athleticism and competition at the Duel in the Desert 2025! Scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025, this thrilling event takes place in the vibrant city of Tucson, Pima, at the renowned University of Arizona.
This semi-final and final Super Sprint Showdown will see NCAA teams from across the nation converge on one of the fastest and most electrifying courses in collegiate racing. The excitement begins at the Hillenbrand Aquatic Center, where competitors will dive into an intense swim segment. Following the water, athletes will tackle a technical bike loop that winds through the heart of the campus, showcasing the stunning scenery and energetic atmosphere. To wrap up this action-packed day, participants will dash back to the UA mall for a final run, culminating their efforts at the historic McKale Memorial Center. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of sport and camaraderie!
This semi-final and final Super Sprint Showdown will see NCAA teams from across the nation converge on one of the fastest and most electrifying courses in collegiate racing. The excitement begins at the Hillenbrand Aquatic Center, where competitors will dive into an intense swim segment. Following the water, athletes will tackle a technical bike loop that winds through the heart of the campus, showcasing the stunning scenery and energetic atmosphere. To wrap up this action-packed day, participants will dash back to the UA mall for a final run, culminating their efforts at the historic McKale Memorial Center. Don’t miss out on this vibrant celebration of sport and camaraderie!
Organiser's Description
The semi-final; final Super Sprint Showdown at the University of Arizona brings NCAA teams from across the country to compete on one of the fastest, most electrifying courses in collegiate racing. The action kicks off at the Hillenbrand Aquatic center followed by a technical bike loop through the heart of campus. After adrenaline-filled laps, competitors charge right back to the UA mall to run and then finish by the historic McKale Memorial Center.
Races
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Prelims
Incl. $12.40 Fee
Sat 20th September 2025 (5:30AM MST)
$202.40
CLOSEDFriday 4:00 athlete briefing @Hillenbrand Auditorium 4:20 body marking Saturday 5:40 - Swim WU 6:05 - Bike WU (course closed to traffic) 6:30 - Transition OPENS (everyone) 6:45 - Transition CLOSES (everyone) 6:55 - Heat #1 Athlete callout 7:00 - Heat #1 START (super super sprint) 7:25 - Heat #2 Athlete callout (Heat 1 is over) 7:30 - Heat #2 START (super super sprint) --BREAK-- 8:00 - Swim WU 8:15 - Bike WU 8:30 - Transition OPENS 8:45 - Transition CLOSES 8:55 - Athlete callout 9:00 - Finals START (sprint) 9:30 - Relay Transition OPENS 9:45 - Relay Transition CLOSES 9:55 - Athlete callout 10:00 - Relay START 11:00 - Awards Ceremony Course Maps: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1eOI_TLC9aMpfsDdv6h3syBM_cKJBdSvA?usp=sharing Course Distances Info: Semis: 200m Swim, 4.64km Bike (2 laps), 1.35km Run (1 lap) Finals: 400m Swim, 9.3km Bike (4 laps), 2.58km Run (2 laps) Parking Info: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LXAHCLycVohG2xLf7 Location: Field adjacent to Richard Jefferson Gymnasium Arrive by 6:00am, enter through UA mall Weather: High of 92F, low of 75F Sunrise: 6:11am -
Final
Sat 20th September 2025 (5:30AM MST)
Free
CLOSED -
Relays
Sat 20th September 2025 (5:30AM MST)
Free
CLOSED
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