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Badwater 135 2026 Results: Jolliffe and Perez Lead
Max Jolliffe ran 20:53:41 and Carmen Maria Perez ran 21:05:32. Both times are faster than the course records listed before the race.
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3100 Mile Race 2026: Field, Format, and Preview
Ten runners are listed for a 52-day race that demands an average of 59.6 miles per day. Here is what is confirmed for the 30th edition.
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The State of Multiday Running in 2026
North American ultra finishes reached 152,567 in 2025, while backyard ultras produced a 119-loop world record.
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