So how do you get to Kona as a pro? This year there's a new process in place and it's based on points collected in both Ironman and 70.3 races during the season.
A pro must race at least one Ironman. Points from five races will be totaled, of which a maximum of three races can be 70.3s.
The top top 25 female pros in the KPR (Kona Pro Rankings) as of July 31, 2011 will be qualified to race in Kona 2011.
There are spots remaining for five more women. The exact size of the field will depend in part on previous winners, who receive an exemption to enter for five years after their last victory.
The final qualifying race for this year will be Ironman Canada on August 28.
More details on the KPR system can be found here.
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