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MOUNT FUJI 100 2024. KAI70k GOLD Andreu Simon and Yuri Yoshizumi. WORLD TRAIL MAJORS.
MOUNT FUJI 100 2024. KAI70k GOLD Andreu Simon and Yuri Yoshizumi. WORLD TRAIL MAJORS. Our ULTRA TRAIL section bring us the results of the race KAI70k. A race than starts and finishes at Fujisan-no-Meisui Stadium in Fuji.
At the current Mt. FUJI 100 trail running event, Andreu Simon Aymerich from Spain and Yuri Yoshizumi from Japan have claimed in the “KAI70k” race. A course spans 69.4 kilometers and includes a total elevation gain of 3,493 meters.
MOUNT FUJI 100 2024. WORLD TRAIL MAJORS.
KAI70k GOLD Andreu Simon and Yuri Yoshizum
At the start of the men’s race, three runners surged ahead: Andreu Simon, Goshi Osada from Japan, and Xingjing Li from China. While Simon temporarily fell back, he clawed his way back into first place during the challenging mountain terrain in the race’s second half. He steadily increased his lead over the other runners and crossed the finish line at Fujisan-no-Meisui Stadium in an impressive 7 hours, 7 minutes, and 34 seconds. The fight for second place was fierce until the very end, with Xingjing Li edging out Osada for the runner-up spot.
Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, Simon’s dedication to trail running was fueled by a doctor’s advice to find passion in life. His triumph is a testament to perseverance and the transformative power of sport.
In the women’s race, Stephanie Howe from the United States led the pack for the first half, but local favorite Yuri Yoshizumi took over as they entered the mountainous section around the 25.3 kilometer. Yoshizumi extended her lead throughout the climb and dominated the race, winning in a time of 8 hours, 7 minutes, and 44 seconds. Emi Iwai of Japan came in second at 8 hours, 26 minutes, and 14 seconds, while Honoka Akiyama, also from Japan, secured third place at 8 hours, 35 minutes, and 32 seconds.
Men’s winner Andreu Simon was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes and this led him to start trail running, to find something to devote himself to in life. “Running around Mt. Fuji with fellow runners during the night was an enjoyable experience. I want to come back to my beloved Japan to run the 100-mile race next time”, he said.
Men’s second-place finisher Goshi Osada commented, “I tried to keep up when Andreu suddenly increased his pace from Yamanakako Kirara, but I didn’t have enough strength. It was a tense race and a good experience.”
Women’s winner Yuri Yoshizumi moved to Fujiyoshida six years ago in search of a better environment for trail running. “Even on familiar trails, running at night brings new discoveries and an extraordinary experience. The cheers from people along the course gave me strength”, she reflected on the race.
The Race
The KAI70k race it covers a distance of 69.4 km with 3493 m of elevation gain. While considered the ‘short’ race of the Japanese event, the KAI70k boasts a formidable sporting level, attracting elite athletes from around the globe.
WORLD TRAIL MAJORS 2024
- Hong Kong 100 Ultramarathon: January 18-21, 2024. 102 km, +5314 m. Hong Kong, China. one of the events that internationalized trail running in China
- Black Canyon Ultras: February 10-11, 2024. 100 km, +1250 m. Phoenix, Arizona, United States. Pure American trail running on old ethnic trails and stagecoaches
- The North Face Transgrancanaria: February 21-25, 2024. 126 km, +6804 m. Canary Islands, Spain. One of the classics on the world trail running calendar
- Mt.FUJI 100: April 26-27, 2024. 165 km, +7574 m. Fujiyoshida, Japan. Japanese-style trail running with the great symbolic meaning of the highest mountain in the country
- MIUT – Madeira Island Ultra-Trail: April 27-28, 2024. 115 km, +7100 m. Madeira, Portugal. Iconic event on the spectacular island of Madeira
- Swiss Canyon Trail: June 7-9, 2024. 111 km, +5350 m. Val de Travers, Switzerland. Originating in 1994, one of the most relevant tests in Central Europe
- South Downs Way 100: June 8-9, 2024. 161 km, +3800 m. Winchester, United Kingdom. 100 miles following the historic South Downs Way route is a classic on the British calendar
- Quebec Mega Trail: July 5-7, 2024. 160 km, +6500 m. Quebec, Canada. Authentic trail running in the mountains near Quebec
- RMB Ultra-Trail Cape Town: November 22-24, 2024. 166 km, +7516 m. Cape Town, South Africa. Pure mountains next to one of the most cosmopolitan cities in Africa
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