HITESH Ambarkhane, a software engineer from city, has successfully completed the prestigious Ironman Malaysia Triathlon 2025 held at Langkawi Island, Malaysia. Ambarkhane trains with Nagpur’s Miles N Miler Training Academy and is coached by renowned ultra-cyclist Dr Amit Smarath. The Ironman Triathlon is globally recognised as one of the toughest single-day endurance races, comprising 3.8 km of open-sea swimming, 180 km of cycling, and a 42.2 km full marathon — totaling an extraordinary 226 km of continuous racing. Langkawi’s tropical heat and humidity made this edition particularly demanding.

 

The event began at the picturesque Dana Beach, where athletes started their swim at 8:00 AM under rising temperatures. The race then transitioned to a 180 kms cycling segment through hilly terrain, dense tropical forests, and scenic coastlines — featuring an elevation gain of approximately 1,600 metres. The final marathon leg, starting from the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre and finishing at Chenang Beach, tested every participant’s endurance under the island’s intense climate. Ambarkhane demonstrated exceptional perseverance, focus, and mental fortitude throughout the race. He was later presented with the Ironman Finisher’s Medal, and the official Ironman Finisher’s Jersey, celebrating his outstanding accomplishment and representing Vidarbha with pride on the international stage. Hitesh has done multiple full marathons, Ironman and Tigerman triathlons.