National governing body USA Triathlon (USAT) has issued a statement on coronavirus. The statement reiterates the organisation’s commitment to athlete safety and that USAT is monitoring the constantly changing situation…

Dear USA Triathlon family,

We want to assure you that your health, safety and well-being is USA Triathlon’s highest priority. As we enter triathlon season in the US, please be advised that USA Triathlon is in regular contact with the International Triathlon Union (ITU) and the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) concerning coronavirus (COVID-19) and its impact on the national and global sports landscape.

We are closely monitoring the situation and following the guidance issued by both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO).

At this time, all USA Triathlon events are scheduled to occur as planned. However, the situation continues to evolve, and we will communicate updates to our membership as soon as possible.

Additionally, race directors may contact eventservices[at]usatriathlon.org, coaches may contact coaching[at]usatriathlon.org, and clubs can reach out to clubs[at]usatriathlon.org with questions or concerns regarding the potential impact of coronavirus on your business. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate this ever-changing situation.

In addition, please be aware of the below resources from the CDC and the U.S. Department of State to help reduce your personal risk:

www.usatriathlon.org