1991 — World Cup Era Kicks Off
All yearsWorld Cup Era Kicks Off
ITU launches a globe‑trotting World Cup; Allen and PNF repeat in Kona.
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Short‑course racing modernizes with the new World Cup tour while Kona dynasties roll on, reflecting a sport thriving at both ends of the distance spectrum.
Highlights
- Eleven-race World Cup spans four continents
An elite, globe-trotting circuit becomes the new norm.
- Allen and Newby-Fraser repeat in Kona
Dual dynasties continue on the Queen K.
- Miles Stewart wins Worlds on home soil
Australian star claims the crown at the Gold Coast.
- Joanne Ritchie takes the women’s world title
Canada celebrates a surprise champion.
- ITU World Cup series kicks off in St. Croix
Mike Pigg and Carol Montgomery win the first World Cup.
Notable events
May
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ITU World Cup series kicks off in St. Croix
Mike Pigg and Carol Montgomery win the first World Cup.
October
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Miles Stewart wins Worlds on home soil
Australian star claims the crown at the Gold Coast.
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Joanne Ritchie takes the women’s world title
Canada celebrates a surprise champion.
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Allen and Newby-Fraser repeat in Kona
Dual dynasties continue on the Queen K.
November
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Eleven-race World Cup spans four continents
An elite, globe-trotting circuit becomes the new norm.