30 Epic Photos from the 2018 Ironman World Championship

Approximately 2,500 athletes came from across the globe to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii to compete in the iconic 2018 Ironman World Championship.

Photo: Donald Miralle for IRONMAN

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Approximately 2,500 athletes came from across the globe to Kailua-Kona, Hawaii to compete in the iconic 2018 Ironman World Championship. On a picture-perfect day with light winds, athletes blew through the course and established several new records. It was a day for the history books. Enjoy these photos from several of the sport’s top photographers.

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