ST GEORGE, UTAH - OCTOBER 29: Kristian Blummenfelt of Norway reacts as he finishes in first place during the IRONMAN 70.3 World Championship on October 29, 2022 in St George, Utah.
The Greater Zion Convention and Tourism Office announced the decision not to renew the Ironman contract due to rising costs, logistical challenge and limited benefits for some businesses along the race route.“We’re the third-highest rated Ironmen event in the world,” said Chad McWilliams, director of Sports and Adventure for Greater Zion. “But the cost to host the event, including road closures, state park rentals and overall logistics, just didn’t make sense long term.