Jasmin Paris Becomes First Woman to Finish Barkley Marathons
Historic Finish in 2024 Edition
Highest Number of Finishers in Race History
London, UK - March 22, 2024: British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris has made history by becoming the first woman ever to finish the infamous Barkley Marathons. Paris's accomplishment comes in the 2024 edition of the race, which saw a record-breaking number of finishers.
The Barkley Marathons is considered one of the most challenging endurance races in the world. The event takes place in the rugged wilderness of Tennessee and requires participants to complete five loops of a 20-mile course with over 60,000 feet of elevation gain. The race has a notoriously low finishing rate, with only 15 people having successfully completed it before Paris's historic run.
In 2024, a total of 7 runners reached the fifth and final loop of the Barkley Marathons. In a thrilling finish, Paris emerged as the first finisher, followed by Ukrainian Ihor Verys. The other five runners, all male, were unable to complete the grueling course.
Paris's victory is a testament to her incredible determination and resilience. She becomes the first woman to ever conquer the Barkley Marathons, and her achievement is sure to inspire future generations of runners.
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