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When the Odds Are Stacked Against You: Noraliceza Tukimin’s Bold Step into Ultra Running

In a sport where seasoned veterans are often celebrated, Noraliceza Tukimin’s debut at the Route 68 Ultra challenges the notion that years of experience are a prerequisite for success. With a singular aim—to finish the race without injury—she stepped into…

“Sikit Lagi!” – Nurfathin Zahrolayali’s Push to Victory in the 100km Route 68 Ultra

In the rain-soaked hills of Gombak, where winding roads cut through dense forests and relentless challenges, ultramarathon runner Nurfathin Zahrolayali turned a daunting setback into an extraordinary triumph. Her victory in the women’s open 100km at the Route 68 Ultra…

“Just Enjoy The Run”: Mohd Sulhan’s Thrilling Victory at The Bandaraya Trail Run 2025

Mohd Sulhan Bin Mohd Bahak never set out to be a champion. In fact, running was never the goal—it was merely a tool. A means to an end. As a hardcore hiker, he jogged only to build stamina for mountain…

Endurance Race Victory Fuels Lewis’ Strategic Push for Tokyo Marathon 2025

Renowned for his extensive experience in long-distance running, Soong Khai Chung (Lewis) has once again proven his mettle. His recent triumph at the Pacer Endurance Challenge 2025 wasn’t just another victory—it was a strategic training milestone as he hones his…

Breaking New Ground: Amirul’s Debut Endurance Race Propels Him to First Runner-Up Finish

Amirul Bin Ahmad Faisal’s debut at the Pacer Endurance Challenge 2025 wasn’t just a race—it was a testament to months of disciplined training, strategic planning, and sheer determination. Finishing as the first runner-up in his first-ever 6-hour endurance event, Amirul…

More Than a Race: How Adil’s Victory is a Message to Every Runner with a Dream

At the Pacer Endurance Challenge 2025, ultra-runner Muhamad Adil Adham Khairul Fata turned a gruelling six-hour, 64-kilometre ordeal into a testament of determination and inspiration—a victory that goes far beyond the stopwatch and lap count. For Adil, this win in…

Rising Under Pressure: The Unstoppable Spirit of Hanees Ramlee at Pacer Endurance Challenge

At the Pacer Endurance Challenge 2025, anticipation and raw energy filled the air as athletes faced a course that would test both body and spirit. In this high-stakes environment, Nur Hanees Binti Mohd Ramlee turned formidable challenges into milestones of…

From Midnight Races to Festive Celebrations: Chai Yee Ling’s Ultra-Running Renaissance

Ultra-running is no longer confined to solitary training—it now embraces a lifestyle of vibrant energy and unexpected challenges. Chai Yee Ling’s recent weekend of back-to-back events highlights how extreme athleticism can seamlessly blend with a bustling social calendar. Yee Ling…

“One Last Push!” – Ariel Lim’s Mental Battle at the Pacer Endurance Challenge 2025

At the Pacer Endurance Challenge 2025, Ariel Lim wasn’t just running against the clock—he was running against himself. Every step on the 2km loop course tested not only his endurance but also his ability to push past physical and mental…

Alia’s Fight to the Finish: From Domestic Violence Survivor to Endurance Champion

For most runners, endurance races are a test of physical and mental limits. But for Khairunnisa Alia Binti Muhamad Sauzi (Alia), crossing the finish line at the Pacer Endurance Challenge 2025 as the Women’s Open 3-hour category champion wasn’t just…