A Career of Endurance

In a career defined by consistency and iconic performances, Pedro Gomes has solidified his place among triathlon’s elite. His breakthrough came in 2013, when he made history by winning Ironman Kalmar (Sweden)—becoming the first-ever Portuguese professional, male or female, to win an official Ironman—followed by a long-course win at Challenge Vitoria-Gasteiz the same year. His earlier success includes a powerful 2nd-place finish at Ironman Florida (2010) - which stood as a national record at the time. Throughout the years, Pedro has stood on the podium in diverse international venues: 2nd in Ironman Canada (2016), 3rd in Ironman Coeur d’Alene (2021), and podium slots in Austria and Wisconsin among others. Even in his non-wins - such as 5th at Ironman Arizona (2013) or Challenge Barcelona (his first IRONMAN-distance in 2010) - Pedro's performance spoke volumes about his durability and competitive spirit.

Hall of Fame

The Breakthrough

Consistency & Longevity

The Breakthrough

In 2013, Pedro etched his name into triathlon history by winning Ironman Sweden. That victory was more than just a title—it made him the first and only Portuguese athlete ever to win a full-distance Ironman as a professional. It was a breakthrough performance that placed him firmly among the sport’s elite and remains a defining milestone in his career

IRONMAN Hawaii

Consistency & Longevity

The Breakthrough

Pedro has earned the honor of racing on the Big Island of Hawaii, the stage every triathlete dreams of—the Ironman World Championship in Kona. Competing against the very best in the world, his appearances on triathlon’s toughest stage cemented his reputation as one of Portugal’s most accomplished endurance athletes.

International Podiums

Consistency & Longevity

Across Europe and North America, Pedro has consistently delivered world-class performances. He has collected numerous podium finishes at Ironman and Ironman 70.3 events, showcasing his versatility across different courses and climates. From the heat of Arizona to the rolling hills of Europe, Pedro has proven his ability to adapt and excel wherever he races.

Consistency & Longevity

With more than a decade racing at the professional level, Pedro’s career is defined not only by wins and podiums, but by longevity, consistency, and resilience. He has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with the best in the world, racing in dozens of full-distance Ironman events—an achievement in itself that speaks to his durability and competitive spirit.

Other Endurance Highlights

Ultra Running & Gravel Racing

Alongside his triathlon career, Pedro has built an impressive résumé in ultra and trail running. In 2023, he stormed to a 3rd place finish at the Javelina Jundred 100K in Arizona, one of North America’s most competitive desert ultras, completing the course in 8:24. He has also stood on the podium at classic Arizona trail races, including 3rd at the Mesquite Canyon 50K (2024), and proved his speed over mountainous terrain with a win at the 7 Cidades Ultimate Trail 40K (2025) in Portugal’s Azores. Additional strong results include top-10 finishes at the Crown King Scramble 50K (2024) and the Canyons Endurance Runs 50K (2023) in California. These performances highlight Pedro’s versatility and endurance, showing that his talent extends well beyond triathlon into the world of ultra-running and mountain racing. Gravel racing is something that is also always on Pedro's radar, and he deeply enjoys. While on the gravel side only a win at the prestigious Bear Howard Gravel Race in Flagstaff (2023) and a win at BWR AZ Wanna Ride (2024) would be of notable reference, there's still a lot of room for racing in the future!