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1. WHAT IS DUA?

DUA Malaysia is a Run-Bike-Run duathlon at Sepang International Circuit on Sunday, 10 January 2027.

Exact Distance:

  • 5.3km Run
  • 47.5km Bike
  • 5.3km Run

DUA Malaysia takes place on the illustrious Sepang International Circuit (SIC). Both run legs are on the circuit itself, and the bike leg is on public closed roads outside of the circuit. The transition zone is within the SIC compound.

DUA Malaysia flags off from 6.30am. Transition opens 5.00am and closes 6.00am. Prize giving 10.30am, bike collection from 10.45am. The schedule is subject to fine tuning, if requested by the local authorities.

Each 5km run is one lap of the circuit. The bike is two laps on the closed-off highway, outside of the circuit.

DUA Malaysia is an individual race. There is no team or relay category.
DUA Malaysia is open to ages 18 and above, as per date of birth on 10 January 2027.
DUA Malaysia operates the following categories: Open (18+), Junior Veteran (40-49), Senior Veteran (50-59), Masters (60+). Men and women. Age is based upon your age as of 10 January 2027.
For the inaugural edition, DUA Malaysia is for ages 18 and above only. However, the organiser will look to accommodate juniors from 2028 onwards, subject to advice from the relevant authorities and associations.
Yes. DUA Malaysia is open to all nationalities, including the podium prizes.
First-timers are welcome, and with the right preparation, everybody can complete DUA Malaysia! Newcomers are recommended to choose Corral D at registration.
Cash prizes are available for the top 3 finishers in all categories. And every podium finisher gets an exclusive DUA Malaysia podium winner flag!
Your DUA Malaysia event entry includes basic personal accident cover, however participants are recommended to consider their own personal insurance policy.
DUA Malaysia community training sessions are planned in the lead up to the main event. Follow the DUA Malaysia social channels for more information.

The overall cut-off is 4 hours 30 minutes, measured from the last wave flag off. Participants must complete the full 5.3km Run – 47.5km Bike – 5.3km Run within this time. Cut-offs also apply along the run and bike legs, and the full schedule will be shared closer to race day.

All participants receive a net time, measured from when they cross the start line to their finish. Category podium placings are decided on gun time, measured from the first flag off, so everyone is ranked on the same clock. In each category, the first participant across the finish line takes first place, the next second, and the next third.

1. CAN I ENTER MORE THAN ONE CATEGORY?

Participants must choose one category only. If you wish to race for the overall podium (Men Open or Women Open), then you should enter that respective Open category. If you are aged 40 and above, you can choose to enter an age category. Podium contenders can only win one category.

Tickets for DUA Malaysia are on sale now at duamalaysia.com.

Please refer to the ticket pricing section on the DUA Malaysia website.

DUA Malaysia entries are non-refundable. The ‘Right to Defer’ (RM49) add-on option is available to purchase when you register, which allows you to defer your place to 2028 if you can’t attend the 2027 event for any reason.

No. DUA Malaysia race entries cannot be sold or given to another person. This will result in the disqualification of both persons.
The ‘Right to Defer’ (RM49) add-on option is available to purchase when you register for DUA Malaysia. It allows you to defer your place to 2028 if you can’t attend the 2027 event for any reason.
No, ‘Right to Defer’ can only be bought at registration.
If you bought ‘Right to Defer’ at the time of your DUA Malaysia ticket purchase, then send your name and registration email and we’ll move you to 2028. Without it, entries are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Categories are non-changeable after registration. Ensure to choose the correct category when you sign up for DUA Malaysia.
All participants must pick a Start Corral at time of ticket purchase. Participants must choose from:

A: Pole Position (racing for podium, proof of past result required).
B: Competitive (racing hard).
C: Cruise (steady).
D: Non-Competitive (taking it easy).

Flag offs will follow a strict order of the Start Corrals. Start Corrals cannot be changed after registration and Corral A is strictly subject to approval.
Pick Corral A at registration and upload a previous result — duathlon, triathlon or bike race – to show your eligibility for this preferred start status.
Participants in Corral A will start at the very front of DUA Malaysia.
You will be informed by email prior to the event date if you are successful in your Corral A application. We will endeavour to finalise this as soon as possible after ticket registrations close.
Sizes are final once you have registered; changes are not allowed to be made. Please check the size chart before you complete your entry.
DUA Malaysia medal engraving can be pre-purchased at a discounted rate as an add-on option at time of ticket purchase. The medal engraving service will be located within the grandstand on Sunday 10 January 2027.
1. ARE ANY RUNNING SHOES BANNED?

DUA Malaysia does not restrict any running shoe type, and there is no stack height limit.

Every bike is checked before entering the transition zone on Saturday 9 January 2027, to check the condition of the helmet, front and rear brakes, plugged handlebar ends, bike number on the seat post.

Yes. Bikes are racked within the transition zone on Saturday 9 January 2027 and stay in transition overnight. 24-hour security will be operational. The Transition Zone reopens at 5am on race day (Sunday 10 January 2027).

Allowed: road bike, tri bike, time trial bike, mountain bike and gravel bikes on slick or road tyres. Not allowed: anything with a motor or pedal assist, recumbents, handcycles, fat bikes, BMX, fixed-gear and single-speed. 

You will not be allowed to participate in the race if your bike does not conform to the authorised bike types.

Please note additionally that DUA Malaysia is a non-drafting event.

No. Nothing with a motor or pedal assist. You will not be allowed to participate in DUA Malaysia if your bike does not conform to the authorised bike types.
Your bike helmet must simply be in a good condition. Participants will not be allowed to race if their helmet is deemed unfit for purpose by Malaysia Triathlon Association.
DUA Malaysia is a non-drafting race. This means maintaining a 12-metre draft zone from the wheel in front. Enter a draft zone only to pass, and finish the pass within 25 seconds. Roaming draft marshalls will be in place throughout the bike route to monitor for drafting infringements. If you are caught drafting, you will have to serve a time penalty by waiting in the designated penalty box before continuing your race.

Roaming draft marshalls will be in place throughout the DUA Malaysia bike route to monitor for drafting infringements. If you are caught drafting, you will have to serve a time penalty by waiting in the designated penalty box before continuing your race.

Penalties: 1 minute for first infringement, 2 minutes for second infringement, disqualification for third infringement. If you continue the race without serving a time penalty, you will be disqualified.

Headphones are NOT permitted anywhere on the DUA Malaysia run or bike routes, for safety reasons. Time penalties will be issued to any participant that infringes this rule.
Carry what you need for a basic repair. You can fix it yourself or walk the bike forward. Roaming mechanics will be on the DUA Malaysia bike route, but it may take time for them to reach you.
1. WHEN AND WHERE IS RACE PACK COLLECTION?

Race Pack Collection (RPC) for DUA Malaysia takes place on Saturday 9 January at Sepang International Circuit. Key times and dates are currently as follows: Race pack 10am-5pm at North Paddock Club, bike check-in 10am-5.30pm at Pit Lane, expo 10am-6pm. Always check the event website and social channels for the most up-to-date event information.

Every DUA Malaysia participant will receive a drawstring bag, event t-shirt, embroidered finisher patch, race number and timing chip. Finisher medals are given after you cross the finish line!

Your IC card or passport, plus your event confirmation email. Identifications will be spot-checked at Race Pack Collection.

Yes, so long as they bring a soft copy (photo) of your IC or passport, and confirmation email.

Participants who cannot attend in person may send a representative with a photo of their IC or passport and their confirmation email.

After crossing the DUA Malaysia finish line, participants will collect any finisher entitlements, then head to the event Race Village at the grandstand where recovery services, food and drink, and the medal engraving booth are located. Awesome views are to be had to cheer in your fellow participants until the transition zone is re-opened for bike collection.

Yes, and it’s free. No spectator ticket needed. Ample viewing space is available within the grandstand, with awesome views overlooking the DUA Malaysia finish line!
Yes. DUA Malaysia spectator entry is free for everyone, kids included.
DUA Malaysia goes ahead come rain or shine. If unsafe weather forces any change or delay, then follow the official announcements from the event organiser.

DUA Malaysia merchandise is available for purchase within the official event expo on Saturday 9 January 2027.

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There is ample parking space at Sepang International Circuit. Details on parking and access will be shared with all participants closer to the race weekend and within the official Event Guide.

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