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Sarah Perry Is Lone Finisher of The Hill, Completing 160 Miles and 47,000ft in 47:01

Strict self-reliance rules in winter conditions left 23 of 24 starters short.

Overview

  • The Wrekin in Shropshire saw 24 starters attempt 56 laps within 48 hours, yet only Sarah Perry reached the finish.
  • Iain Prentice was the final runner still with her before retiring after 41 laps.
  • Rules limited stops to 30 minutes in a base hut and prohibited poles, headphones, outside assistance, crew, pacers and supporters.
  • Competitors could not leave the course for supplies or sleep, and cold, wet weather accelerated withdrawals across the weekend.
  • The event returned after five years under Cockbain Events, with Perry arriving six weeks after a 395-mile women’s record and later drawing praise from INOV8 founder Wayne Edy.