Ultra Weekend Recap — January 18–19
The third weekend of 2025 brought ultrarunners together across the globe for a series of challenging and scenic races. Here's a recap of the notable events and results:
Coldwater Rumble – Goodyear, Arizona
Date: January 18, 2025
Distances: 100M, 100K, 60K
Location: Estrella Mountain Regional Park
Full Results
The Coldwater Rumble featured multiple distances, challenging runners with its rugged desert terrain. In the 100-mile race, Nathan Brown secured the win with a time of 15:50:06, while Elizabeth Shell finished as the top female and third overall in 19:27:53. Lucie Rathbun dominated the 100K, setting a new course record at 9:20:33. Davis Gilbert led the 60K with a time of 5:33:01.
Hong Kong 100K – Hong Kong
Date: January 18, 2025
Distance: 100K
Full Results
The Hong Kong 100K offered runners a challenging course with significant elevation gain. Sunmaya Budha of Nepal claimed victory in the women's race, while Guang-Fu Meng of China secured his second consecutive win in the men's race.
Long Haul 100 – Brooksville, Florida
Date: January 18, 2025
Distance: 100M
Official Website
The Long Haul 100, a Western States Qualifier, took place in Colt Creek State Park. Runners faced a looped course through Florida's diverse ecosystems, with opportunities to spot local wildlife along the way.
Tsali Ultra – Almond, North Carolina
Date: January 18, 2025
Distance: 50K
Full
Results
The Tsali Ultra saw competitive performances, with Canyon Woodward winning the men's race in 3:42:40. Ali Cooper led the women's field, finishing second overall with a time of 4:38:15.
True Blue Ultra – Australind, Australia
Date: January 19, 2025
Distance: 50K
Full Results
The True Blue Ultra offered runners a scenic course along the coast of Western Australia. Participants enjoyed favorable weather conditions and a well-organized event.
M*A*S*H Backyard Ultra – Wellington, New Zealand
Date: January 18–21, 2025
Format: Last Man Standing
Official Website
This endurance event tested runners' limits with a last-man-standing format, where participants completed 6.7K loops every hour until only one remained.
Congratulations to all the runners who participated in these events! Your dedication and perseverance continue to inspire the ultrarunning community.
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