Abu Dhabi: Superstars of elite triathlon will descend on the capital this March for the ITU World Triathlon Series Abu Dhabi 2018, with race organisers confirming that some of the most highly decorated athletes in the sport will compete between March 2-3 on Yas Island.

It was announced today that triathlon’s most recognisable duo, the Brownlee Brothers, Alistair and Jonathan, will both participate in the race.

The fearsome duo, who have dominated the sport for over 10 years, provided one of the most inspiring moments in sporting history, when Alistair helped younger brother Jonathan across the finish line in ITU World Triathlon Series Grant Final 2016 in Cozumel, Mexico.

Commenting on his return to Abu Dhabi, Rio 2016 Olympic silver medallist Jonathan Brownlee said: “Abu Dhabi is an awesome location for the season-opening WTS race - I raced on the Corniche course back in 2015, and am excited to check out the new course on Yas Island.

“The weather in March in Abu Dhabi will be perfect – a far cry from the conditions we have experienced in the UK this winter. Everyone knows that we both give 110 per cent when we race and Abu Dhabi will be no different.

“We’ll definitely be putting on a show for the crowds in March.”

Jonathan’s brother, two-time Olympic gold medallist Alistair added: “I’m definitely keen to get out there and race in March - the new course on the F1 track looks really good for a sprint distance race.”

The pair have shared phenomenal success throughout their careers, with over 40 ITU and ETU wins between them. Following Jonathan’s participation at the World Triathlon Series (WTS) Abu Dhabi 2015, where he finished 5th in the Men’s Elite category, the Brownlee Brothers went on to compete at the Rio 2016 Olympics, with Alistair claiming the gold and Jonathan picking up the silver medal.