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Hong Kong’s Wong Mei Yan Steals the Show at Langkawi International Ultra Run 2025

It was meant to be her husband’s big day — but instead, it was Wong Mei Yan who stole the show in spectacular fashion at the Langkawi International Ultra Run 2025, becoming the fastest overall finisher in the prestigious 100km…

Last-Minute Entry, Lifetime Win: Afiq Moni Conquers King of Sungai Lembing 2025

When you think of ultra trail champions, you probably imagine months of meticulous preparation, peak physical conditioning, and carefully calculated strategies. But for Afiq Moni, the newly crowned Men’s Open champion at the 2025 King of Sungai Lembing 50KM ultra,…

All Heart, All In: Wendy’s Road to Trail Titans Ulu Yam 2025

There’s a certain magic to the mountains—a rhythm in the dirt, a lesson in every climb, and a fierce kind of joy that only trail runners truly understand. For Wendy Lim, it was love at first stride. The moment she…

Izquierdo, Pessey Shine Bright at 2025 Kailas Penang Skyrace

Spanish teenager Marcos Villamuera Izquierdo stole the show at the 2025 Kailas Penang Skyrace, clinching a remarkable double by winning both the 30km Pro Sky and 10km Short Sky races, as 1,200 runners gathered in the Penang state capital last…

“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…

The Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB: Run, Shop, Eat and Sightsee

The Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB event is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of trail running that brings together participants of all levels to experience the beauty of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. With multiple race categories, from…

Tackling the HMONG 50: Trail Racing Through Doi Suthep-Pui National Park

The HMONG 50, part of the Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB World Series, is a 53-kilometer trail race through the breathtaking Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. This year, after completing two World Marathon Majors and a series of shorter trail races…

Pushing Boundaries: Shahfiq Raof’s Journey from Road Runner to UTMB Podium Finisher

The Malaysia Ultra-Trail by UTMB made its historic debut on 15–16 November 2024, marking a significant milestone for the trail running community in Southeast Asia. As part of the prestigious Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) series, the event brought together runners…

From Singapore to the Trails: A Send-Off for “Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB” Runners

On November 23, 2024, Singapore’s trail running community came together at HUONE Singapore for a Pre-Race Send-Off Celebration, organized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) Singapore Offic. This event celebrated the spirit of adventure as runners prepared for the…

TL100 Experience At Translantau Hong Kong by UTMB

On race day, as the drizzle greeted us before the race start at 9 AM sharp, the rugged trails of the TransLantau 100 transformed into a slightly slippery playground, especially on the downhills. It was an apt start for the…