Here’s a polished English translation of the Chinese title: **Descente Partners Again with 2026 IRONMAN 70.3, Empowering Triathletes with Professional Gear to Cut Through the Wind**

ShanghaiMay 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The world’s premier triathlon event, IRONMAN 70.3 Shanghai, concluded successfully on May 17 in Chongming, Shanghai. High-end professional sports brand DESCENTE once again partnered with the event, appearing on-site as the title sponsor, providing professional sports equipment to help triathletes push their limits, fully showcasing the brand’s professional expertise and equipment strength in triathlon.

Chinese National Team Shines on the Track, Making History

In this year’s event, Chen Rongheng, a member of the Chinese National Triathlon Team, won the overall championship with a time of 3 hours, 47 minutes, and 22 seconds, setting the fastest IRONMAN 70.3 time in China. Lin Xinyu, also from the Chinese National Triathlon Team, secured the runner-up position in the professional women’s category, simultaneously setting a new Chinese record for the IRONMAN 70.3 women’s category. Additionally, Fan Junjie and Mai Kaiye claimed third place in the men’s professional and women’s professional categories, respectively. As the official sponsor of the Chinese National Triathlon Team, DESCENTE continues to tailor professional equipment for athletes, leveraging innovative technology and craftsmanship to support Chinese athletes in achieving breakthroughs on the international stage.

Relay in Sync, TEAM DESCENTE Gathers at the Track

This year’s IRONMAN 70.3 Shanghai attracted 1,500 athletes from 65 countries and regions, featuring categories including PRO, age group, relay, and IRONKIDS. On race day, Ms. Fei Junqi, Vice President of Brand Marketing at DESCENTE (China) Co., Ltd., joined event guests to sound the starting horn for the women’s professional race.

During the event, DESCENTE brand triathlon ambassador Li Pengcheng (Bas), DESCENTE contracted athlete Li Si, and swimming world champion Zhang Yuhan formed a relay team, completing the running, cycling, and swimming segments respectively, and winning first place in the relay category. Bas, who set a Chinese record at last year’s IRONMAN 70.3 Shanghai, returned this year in a relay format, inviting partners from different sports fields to complete the triathlon challenge together. Starting from their respective areas of expertise, the trio extended the spirit of “breaking through the wind” from individual achievement to team relay collaboration.

Triathlon is a sport worthy of admiration, but the ways to participate can be more diverse. Starting with a relay and completing a challenge with partners might be the best path to take the first step. Experience the joy of triathlon, then gradually progress toward further goals through consistent training. DESCENTE hopes to bring more people closer to triathlon, helping them discover their own rhythm and potential in the process of taking that first step.

During the event, several TEAM DESCENTE members also appeared on the track, including DESCENTE triathlon contracted athletes Zhu Lichang, Li Xin (Wanzi), and Li Dandan (Dandan). They participated in various category events wearing DESCENTE professional triathlon gear and delivered impressive performances. After the race, Ms. Fei Junqi joined event guests to present awards to the top three finishers in the men’s professional category, witnessing the event’s highlight moments.

Professional Equipment Supports Triathletes in Breaking Through the Wind

During the event, DESCENTE created a pop-up space at the core of the event area, integrating product displays and event services to offer a more complete race experience for athletes and triathlon enthusiasts on-site.

The space prominently featured DESCENTE’s professional cycling and running series products. Among them, the new “Wind-Breaking PRO” cycling suit was co-developed by DESCENTE with Asia’s top triathletes, featuring pattern optimization based on Asian body data and combined with DESCENTE’s wind-breaking fabric, effectively reducing wind resistance while ensuring a snug and comfortable fit. The product is available in “Aurora Green” and “Polar Night Purple” colorways, integrating a sense of speed into professional cycling scenarios. Additionally, the site showcased running series products such as the SCHEMATECH LITE “DESCENTE Wind-Breaking” running jacket, PRO racing vest, and D-FLUID AERO cushioned running shoes, addressing core needs like breathability, lightweight design, and stable support, providing a complete set of professional running gear from apparel to footwear.

Continued Deep Engagement in Triathlon, Driving Industry Development

Over the years, DESCENTE has consistently deepened its professional presence in the triathlon field, adhering to the brand philosophy of “Design Drives Sports Spirit.” It has successively collaborated with the Swiss National Triathlon Team, the British National Triathlon Team, and the Chinese National Triathlon Team, and has partnered with top triathletes to continuously advance professional equipment development. This year, DESCENTE further upgraded its cooperation with the IRONMAN event, becoming the title sponsor of the 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 Shanghai, and will continue to support the rollout of subsequent IRONMAN events in multiple locations across China, strengthening the brand’s professional influence while continuously promoting the popularization and development of Chinese triathlon.

From professional equipment creation and event platform collaboration to partnerships with national teams and athletes, DESCENTE is steadily building a brand professional system centered around triathlon. In the future, the brand will continue to support more actionists in pushing boundaries with professional equipment, experiencing the power of “breaking through the wind” as they move forward.