On location in Kona, senior editor Chris Foster brings viewers down Ali'i, up to the Queen K, out to the Energy Lab, and back to the finish line.
KAILUA KONA, HI - OCTOBER 13: Runners compete during the IRONMAN World Championships brought to you by Amazon on October 13, 2018 in Kailua Kona, Hawaii. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images for IRONMAN)
Updated July 10, 2025 03:14PM
Brutal heat, pounding pavement, and a festive atmosphere make up the Ironman World Championship run course. Senior editor Chris Foster takes us through the iconic 26.2 miles. On location in Kona and in partnership with Gatorade Endurance, Foster brings viewers down Ali’i, up to the Queen K, out to the Energy Lab, and back to the finish line.
Check out our swim and bike course recon videos, as well as our Kona section for more extensive Hawaii Ironman World Championship.