One of the biggest event of world renowned sport and the world's largest event of its kind is fast replacing the London Marathon as the event of choice for pushing your body to the limit. Over 13,000 confirmed participants coming from different countries are set to run, swim and cycle across the capital, while thousands of tourists and spectators to inline alone the streets and visit the Triathlon Expo.

Starting at the Excel Centre in Docklands and making its way past major London landmarks such as Big Ben, The London Eye and Tower Bridge, the setting is idyllic for all those involved and the Thames hopefully not too cold for the brave athletes. It is great spectator event too, with the chance to see some of the fittest sportspeople do battle across three gruelling disciplines in the heart of London.

When: 7-8 August 2010

Where: Starting point at ExCel Centre Docklands going across London landmarks.

Admission: FREE to watch at all points of event.

Information: The London Triathlon Website