Dragonair sponsors world class Hainan Discovery Triathlon

For the second year running, Dragonair is sponsoring the Hainan Discovery Triathlon which takes place at Yalong Bay, Sanya, Hainan Island on Sunday November 9, 2003.

The event, which this year is titled the Shanghai Volkswagen Gol Hainan Discovery Triathlon, attracts top class triathletes from around the world and offers US$20,000 in prize money, among the highest for triathlon events in Asia.

"We are delighted to be helping to stage this world class event in China" said Laura Crampton, Assistant General Manager, Corporate Communication of Dragonair, "It commands international sporting attention, including television coverage around the world, and the exposure both for this beautiful part of China and for Dragonair is excellent.

"The venue is close to Sanya Phoenix International Airport so the flight connection from Hong Kong is excellent. We look forward to working with the organizers to provide smooth air transport services and to contributing to the success of the event."

Dragonair operates return flights between Hong Kong and Sanya Phoenix International Airport every Friday and Sunday, timing which is well suited to the weekend schedule of the Triathlon.

Yalong Bay is considered to be one of the best triathlon venues in Asia, offering crystal clear water and white sand beaches and 250 athletes are expected to compete this year. The race distances are 1.8km swim, 60km bike and 12km run. The 2002 event was won by 5-time World Champion Simon Lessing of Great Britain in a time of two hours and 36 minutes.