The 2026 T100 Triathlon World Tour almost starts , with the women’s field set to ignite the season tomorrow at T100 Gold Coast. This year, however, the series returns with significant structural changes. From separated race calendars to the ranking points system and prize purses, here is everything you need to know about how the 2026 season will unfold.
A Split Calendar and the Road to Qatar
In a shift from previous formats, male and female professionals will largely race at different venues this season. Both fields have four designated regular-season stops. While the women kick off in Australia, the men will wait a month before starting their campaign in Singapore.
The two paths will finally converge for the Grand Final in Qatar, where both fields will compete simultaneously to crown the overall World Tour champions.
Cracking the Code: The Points System
Consistency is key, but the Grand Final holds the ultimate power. Points are awarded to the top 20 finishers in every race:
- Regular Season Race: The winner takes home 35 points, with 29 for second and 26 for third, scaling down to 1 point for 20th place.
- The Grand Final: Points are heavily weighted to ensure a dramatic finish. The winner earns 55 points, the runner-up 46, and third place 41, scaling down to 4 points for the final finisher.
The Math: To determine the final standings, an athlete’s ranking is calculated by their three best regular-season scores plus their score from the Grand Final.
Show Me the Money: Individual and Bonus Purses
The T100 remains one of the most lucrative circuits in the sport, with a total of $275,000 on the line at every single event, making less money the lower position an athlete will finish. Still the last athletes in all events earn at least $3,500.
| Position | Race Prize Money |
| 1st Place | $50,000 |
| 2nd Place | $40,000 |
| 3rd Place | $30,000 |
| 17th–20th | $3,500 |
The Year-End Bonus
On top of individual race earnings, the overall series standings offer a massive end-of-season payday. The athlete who finishes the year at the top of the leaderboard will pocket an additional $100,000. The rewards remain substantial further down the list: the runner-up receives $80,000, and third place takes $75,000.
Even those finishing 14th or lower in the final standings are guaranteed a $15,000 bonus, ensuring that every professional in the series sees a return on their season-long efforts.