We are thrilled to announce that Challenge Salou has been awarded Best Bike Course at the prestigious 2024 Challenge Family Awards.
This recognition reflects the preference of those who have raced with us, highlighting the unique experience of riding on a completely traffic-free highway, designed exclusively for the event. This flat and fast course has enabled many athletes to achieve their personal bests and enjoy an unparalleled cycling segment.
We want to express our heartfelt thanks to everyone who voted for Challenge Salou. This award inspires us to keep working passionately to deliver unforgettable experiences and meet the expectations of those who trust us every season.
This recognition comes in a very special year for us, as the next edition, on May 11, 2025, marks the 10th anniversary of Challenge Salou. Ten years filled with great moments, challenges, and, above all, the energy of thousands of triathletes who have joined us along the way.
Challenge Family Awards 2024: The Winners
The Challenge Family Awards, created in 2019, honor the effort and dedication of triathlon organizing teams worldwide. Nominations, announced on December 11, 2024, were based on post-race surveys completed by participants, while the winners were decided through open voting held from December 11 to December 22.
Here are the winners of the 2024 edition:
- Race of the Year: Challenge Peguera-Mallorca, Spain
- Best Race Venue: The Championship, Slovakia
- Best New Race: Challenge Xiamen, China
- Best Swim: The Championship, Slovakia
- Best Bike Course: Challenge Salou, Spain
- Best Run Course: Challenge Almere-Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Best Finish Line Party: Challenge Peguera-Mallorca, Spain
- Best Fans: DATEV Challenge Roth, Germany
- Best Pasta Party: Challenge Peguera-Mallorca, Spain
- Best Post-Race Food: DATEV Challenge Roth, Germany
- Best Video Content: DATEV Challenge Roth, Germany
- Most Eco-Friendly: Challenge Wānaka, New Zealand
- Most Family-Friendly: Challenge Kaiserwinkl-Walchsee, Austria
Recognition of Collective Effort
Each award reflects not only the hard work and commitment of the organizing teams but also the support of local communities, volunteers, and sponsors who make each event possible.
At Challenge Salou, we remain faithful to the Challenge Family mantra: “All About The Athlete”, striving to deliver excellence in every edition.
See you next May to celebrate a new edition of Challenge Salou and the beginning of a new decade filled with challenges and excitement!
For more information about the awards and the Challenge Family race calendar, visit challenge-family.com/races.
