1987 — Records, Rivalries, and Depth
All yearsRecords, Rivalries, and Depth
Dave Scott’s 6th, Erin Baker’s title, and deeper pro fields mark a maturing sport.
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Kona crowns legends—Dave Scott’s record sixth and Erin Baker’s breakthrough—while U.S. short‑course stars and European classics signal unprecedented depth across distances.
Highlights
- Wells and Hanssen take Nice
The Côte d’Azur classic crowns Rick Wells and Kirsten Hanssen.
- Dave Scott wins a record 6th Kona
Another masterclass from ‘The Man’ on the Big Island.
- Erin Baker captures the Ironman World Championship
A statement win as the women’s field deepens in talent.
- Kona fields swell with international pros
A deeper, faster start list hints at a new competitive era.
- Mike Pigg clinches Bud Light USTS championship
Short-course star power fuels the pro boom in the U.S.
Notable events
October
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Mike Pigg clinches Bud Light USTS championship
Short-course star power fuels the pro boom in the U.S.
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Dave Scott wins a record 6th Kona
Another masterclass from ‘The Man’ on the Big Island.
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Erin Baker captures the Ironman World Championship
A statement win as the women’s field deepens in talent.
- moment
Kona fields swell with international pros
A deeper, faster start list hints at a new competitive era.
- moment
Wells and Hanssen take Nice
The Côte d’Azur classic crowns Rick Wells and Kirsten Hanssen.