Trial lawyer and cycling advocate Bill Bone will debut the inaugural Bill Bone Olympic Triathlon on Sunday, April 6 from 7 to 11 a.m. at Okeeheelee Park. One of the highlights of the race is the exciting and rare opportunity to compete alongside two Olympic athletes — Kirsten Kasper and Matthew Sharpe.
Kasper, who represented Team USA in the Women’s Triathlon at the 2024 Paris Olympics, and her husband, Sharpe, an Olympic triathlete for Canada in Tokyo and an Ironman Champion, will race side-by-side with athletes of all levels on a professionally designed Olympic-distance course.
“It was a privilege to watch her race,” said Bone, who met Kasper during the Paris Olympics. “I was inspired by her energy, and knew I wanted to bring that Olympic spirit here. Kirsten and Matt are world-class athletes and incredible people. We’re honored to have them compete in our inaugural event.”
The triathlon begins with a swim in Waterski Park, followed by an escorted bike course. The final segment is a shaded run through Okeeheelee Park. A free breakfast will be provided for all participants and spectators.
In addition to the race-day excitement, registered participants are invited to an exclusive Meet & Greet Cocktail Party with Kasper and Sharpe on Friday, April 4, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bill Bone Bike Law (475 Hibiscus Street, West Palm Beach). RSVP is required through the race registration process.
Athletes can join a free pre-race warm-up with the Olympians on Saturday, April 5. The casual run-swim-run session starts at 7:30 a.m. from LC Tri Shop Boutique in downtown West Palm Beach and includes a scenic route to the beach, an ocean swim and a light breakfast afterward. Cyclists are welcome to ride and meet the group at the Worth Avenue Clock Tower by 8 a.m. “This is more than a race,” Bone said. “It’s about bringing people together around fitness, competition and community.”
For registration and event details, visit www.billbone.com.
