Results: The 2026 Duathlon National Series
Across the country, hundreds of athletes lined up at start lines at 9 key events, ready to test their limits, chase their PBs and race some of the nation’s favourite duathlon courses.
From experienced duathletes targeting podium finishes to new athletes embracing the run – bike – run challenge for the first time, the series once again delivered top level competition, camaraderie and shone a spotlight on the fantastic community we have in multi sport.
the 2026 duathlon Season
The season kicked off in typically chilly conditions at Punchestown Racecourse for the Galco Naas Duathlon and built momentum through the Spring, with a fantastic finale at the Duathlon National Championships in the heart of Phoenix Park, Dublin hosted by Belpark TC’s under sunny skies.
2026 Events
- 18.01.26 Galco Naas Duathlon 1 | Gallery and Results here
- 15.02.26 Tramore Duathlon | Gallery and Results here
- 22.02.26 Galco Naas Duathlon 2 | Gallery and Results here
- 01.03.26 SERE Lisburn Duathlon | Gallery and Results here
- 01.03.26 Limerick Duathlon | Gallery and Results here
- 07.03.25 Tri Lakes Knockma Duathlon | Gallery and Results here
- 15.03.25 The Carlow Duathlon | Gallery and Results here
- 29.03.26 Athy Flat Out Duathlon | Gallery and Results here
- 19.04.26 Phoenix Park Duathlon | Gallery and Results here
A huge thank you to all triathlon clubs and volunteers who made the series possible.
My Tri Ranking system – powered by Finance and Insights partner AccountsIQ, enabled athletes to track their progress and see how they ranked on a national level across the duathlon season.
WOMEN'S DUATHLON NATIONAL SERIES podium
All three podium finishers completed three races, maximising their scoring opportunities across the series.
Amy Pollman Daamen is Series champion
Newcomer Amy Pollmann-Daamen secured the 2026 title with a total of 854.68 points from three standout performances.
A victory in Limerick, combined with a second place finish at Carlow and a strong fifth place at the National Champs race Phoenix Park, proved enough to secure her the top spot in the women’s rankings.
Maura Barry runner up
Representing Cork Tri Club, Maura Barry delivered a consistently strong series. Wins at Galco Naas Duathlon (1) and Tramore set the tone early in the season, while a solid performance at the National Champs in Phoenix Park ensured she held on to her second place overall.
Carmel Moran - Third Place
Pulse Tri Club’s Carmel Moran claimed bronze with a consistent run of results. A second place finish in the Galco Naas Duathlon (2), third in Carlow, and a top 10 finish at the National Champs secured her podium position.
OPEN CATEGORY NATIONAL SERIES PODIUM
All three podium finishers completed three races, maximising their scoring opportunities across the series.
Niall Cornyn - Back to Back Champion
Niall Cornyn delivered a dominant performance to retain their title for a second consecutive year. Winning all three of his scoring races – including the National Champs – he achieved an outstanding series total of 918.19 points.
Victories at Tramore, Galco Naas Duathlon (2) and Phoenix Park highlighted his consistency and strength across both the run and bike, cementing his place in Irish Duathlon Rankings once again.
Also securing a third Duathlon National Championship this season, a win in the Duathlon National Series tops of a super 2026 run, bike, run for Cornyn.
Luke Smith - Second Place
Luke Smith secured second place in the with a total of 875.53 points thanks to two second place finishes at Tramore and Carlow, alongside a top 5 finish at the Champs. Smith’s impressive bike leg proved a decisive advantage throughout the series.
Leo Corry - Third Place
Belpark TC’s Leo Corry rounded out the podium. A third place finish at the Calow Duathlon, followed by victory at Athy Flat Out Duathlon, combined with 2nd place at the Duathlon National Champs earning a total of 870.43 points, really showed strong and consistent performance throughout the season securing bronze in the Open Podium.
Age Group Competition
Beyond the overall Podiums, the 2026 Duathlon National Series showcased impressive racing across all age groups with competitors from 16 – 70+.
The age group categories really bring the series to life – whether people are chasing a podium spot, a PB, or just the satisfaction of competing!
See results table below of our Age Group Duathlon National Series Winners
Age Group | Place | Athlete Name |
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16–17 | 1st | Evan Tosh |
16–17 | 2nd | Gabriel Le Donne |
16–17 | 3rd | Flynn Johansson |
20–24 | 1st | Samuel Carr |
20–24 | 2nd | Connor McRane |
25–29 | 1st | Luke Smith |
25–29 | 2nd | Leo Corry |
25–29 | 3rd | Ciaran Kyne |
30–34 | 1st | Niall Cornyn |
30–34 | 2nd | Justin Bloomer |
30–34 | 3rd | Isaac Kerr |
35–39 | 1st | Ben Butler |
35–39 | 2nd | Ben Hickey |
35–39 | 3rd | Barry Egan |
40–44 | 1st | Eoin Bailey |
40–44 | 2nd | Patrick Brennan |
40–44 | 3rd | Carlos Miguel Garcia Mejias |
45–49 | 1st | Enda Bagnall |
45–49 | 2nd | Liam Dunne |
45–49 | 3rd | Enda Marren |
50–54 | 1st | Kilian Dooley |
50–54 | 2nd | Ernest Asensio Blasco |
50–54 | 3rd | James Cleland |
55–59 | 1st | Toby Bedell |
55–59 | 2nd | Jose Tome |
55–59 | 3rd | Michael Conway |
60–64 | 1st | Peter McConville |
60–64 | 2nd | Matteo Castagna |
60–64 | 3rd | Noel O’Regan |
65–69 | 1st | Martin O’Grady |
65–69 | 2nd | Wilson McAlister |
65–69 | 3rd | Ciaran Tobin |
70–74 | 1st | Declan Murray |
70–74 | 2nd | Timothy Horgan |
2026 Duathlon National Series – Female
Age Group | Place | Athlete Name |
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20–24 | 1st | Sarah Blackett |
25–29 | 1st | Amy Pollmann Daamen |
25–29 | 2nd | Karen Gillman |
25–29 | 3rd | Ellen Desmond |
30–34 | 1st | Fiona Riordan |
30–34 | 2nd | Althea Lonergan |
30–34 | 3rd | Ciera Callanan |
35–39 | 1st | Kathleen Ryan |
35–39 | 2nd | Patricia Murphy |
35–39 | 3rd | Alice Harding |
40–44 | 1st | Carmel Moran |
40–44 | 2nd | Andrea Brennan |
40–44 | 3rd | Ava Whelan |
45–49 | 1st | Maura Barry |
45–49 | 2nd | Helen Byers |
45–49 | 3rd | Elizabeth Shouldice |
50–54 | 1st | Lilly O’Dea |
50–54 | 2nd | Sinead Renton |
55–59 | 1st | Geraldine Leete |
55–59 | 2nd | Linda O’Sullivan |
55–59 | 3rd | Nollaigh O’Neill |
60–64 | 1st | Sharon Cahill |
60–64 | 2nd | Caroline Murphy |
60–64 | 3rd | Barbara Tobin |
65–69 | 1st | Jacinta O’Keeffe |
Looking Ahead
Congratulations to all duathletes who took part in the 2026 Duathlon National Series and made 2026 another unforgettable season!
Next up: The Triathlon National Series – who will rise to the top of the rankings? Stay tuned here
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