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Inaaya N Makes History as Gujarat’s First IRONKIDS Finisher

Inaaya N completed a 100m Swim And 500m Run at IRONKIDS Bengaluru, India’s Youngest IRONKIDS Aquathlon Finisher

AGE AT FINISH: 6 years • 0 months • 17 days

EVENT DATE: 9 August 2026

AQUATHLON: 100 m swim + 500 m run

Six-year-old Inaaya N. from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, has achieved a remarkable sporting milestone by becoming the First Official IRONKIDS Finisher from Gujarat and, as stated in the supplied press-release materials, the Youngest Aquathlon Finisher in India. She accomplished this at the age of 6 years, 0 months and 17 days at IRONKIDS Bengaluru on 9 August 2026.

The event was held at the Canadian International School campus in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Competing in the 6–8 Years Aquathlon category, Inaaya completed a 100-metre swim followed immediately by a 500-metre run, crossing the finish line as a successful finisher.

Aquathlon brings together two different sporting disciplines in one continuous challenge. Participants must move from swimming to running, drawing on endurance, coordination, confidence and the ability to adapt between activities. Completing the event at such a young age makes Inaaya’s achievement a memorable milestone in her early sporting journey.

IRONKIDS is the official youth race series associated with the IRONMAN Group. It introduces children and young athletes to multisport activities and encourages confidence, participation, fitness and a lifelong enjoyment of sport. IRONKIDS events include age-appropriate triathlon, aquathlon and running formats. The Bengaluru event was organised locally by Yoska in association with the IRONMAN brand.
The supplied event materials describe IRONKIDS as participation-focused and non-competitive, emphasising personal achievement and healthy lifestyles rather than podium rankings.

A Young Multi-Sport Enthusiast

Inaaya’s IRONKIDS finish is part of a wider sporting journey. She participates in swimming, skating, running and athletics, triathlon, football and cycling. She is a Senior Kindergarten student at Apollo Juniors, Apollo International School, Tragad, Ahmedabad, balancing her early education with sports training and competitions.

A Proud Moment For Gujarat

Inaaya’s accomplishment is an encouraging moment for Gujarat’s youth sporting community. Her journey from Ahmedabad to the IRONKIDS finish line in Bengaluru offers a positive message about introducing children to sport, supporting their interests and allowing them to discover their abilities through participation.

A MESSAGE FROM THE FAMILY

“We are incredibly proud of Inaaya and what she has accomplished at such a young age. Watching her take on the challenge of swimming and running and successfully cross the IRONKIDS finish line was one of the proudest moments of our lives. She genuinely loves sports and enjoys every sporting activity she participates in. We hope her journey inspires more children across Gujarat and India to discover the joy of sports, embrace physical fitness and believe that even the youngest athletes can dream big.”

At just 6 years, 0 months and 17 days, Inaaya has created a meaningful milestone for herself and her home state. Her achievement celebrates the spirit of participation, determination and the joy of taking on a new challenge.

EVENT DETAILS

Athlete Name: Inaaya N.
Age of Achievement: 6 years, 0 months, 17 days
Achievement: First Official IRONKIDS Finisher from Gujarat
National Distinction: Youngest Aquathlon Finisher in India*
Event/category: IRONKIDS Bengaluru 2026 / Aquathlon – 6–8 Years
Race Format: 100-metre swim + 500-metre run
Date/venue: 9 August 2026 / Canadian International School, Bengaluru
Local Organiser: Yoska, in association with the IRONMAN brand