Naga City, Cebu—This one’s for this city and its children.
Sun Life Financial Philippines partnered with the City of Naga and Sunrise Events to hold the Sun Life 5150 Triathlon Cebu along with the Go For Gold (GFG) Sunrise Sprint today April 28, 2019 at the Boardwalk of the City of Naga, Cebu.
Mayor Kristine Chiong said the City of Naga will host the twin events as part of its recovery and healing from the deadly landslide which ravaged the city last year. Hosting the event will bring positivity and unity to the community, the mayor said.
The event will also promote Naga before a global audience and challenge the city and its inhabitants to host world class activities.
For its part, Sun Life Financial Philippines partnered with the city to promote a healthy lifestyle and financial security.
Sun Life launched TV and entertainment personality Enchong Dee’s Palangoy ni Enchong yesterday here for the benefit of needy but deserving children.
“I see myself in these children. I remember having so much fun whenever I went swimming during vacations. Swimming is a celebration. It’s what’s given to poor children like me for birthday parties and other events,” said Dee.
The Olympic distance Sun Life 5150 Triathlon Cebu race includes a 1.5km swim, a 40km bike and a 10 km run. The Sunrise Sprint includes a 750m swim, a 20km bike and a 5km run.
The two short distance triathlon races are ideal for newbies to triathlon as well as those who have graduated from the IRONKIDS races but are still into the sport.
To ensure the safety of the participants and their smooth conclusion, the races will be held within Naga.
Professional triathletes Sam Betten, Dan Brown and Mitch Robins of Australia as well Guam standout Manami Iijima will vie for the $10,000 prize money.
There will also be a Cebu Team Challenge presented by TriLife magazine. One team will consist of five age groupers, regardless of gender, with the winners to be crowned as the Best Tri Team of Cebu.
Other SEI-organized and produced events this year are the Century Ironman 70.3 Subic on June 2, the Penong’s 5150 Davao on July 7, the Regent Aguila IRONMAN 70.3 Philippines on Aug. 11, the Black Arrow Express 5150 Subic on Oct. 27 and the Sun Life Cycle PH in November.
Sun Life Financial Philippines advocates healthy and fun activities as well as helping people achieve lifetime financial security. Sun Life Financial in the Philippines offers a wide range of services that include Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Pension Plans, Education Plans and Mutual Funds.
