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Perth runner sets Australian record after 48 hours in event where the goal is to finish last – ABC News
Phil Gore ran almost 322km over 48 hours last weekend, beating the previous Australian record of 46 hours. He estimates he got just one hour of sleep.
Phil Gore ran almost 322km over 48 hours last weekend, beating the previous Australian record of 46 hours. He estimates he got just one hour of sleep.
Key points:
- Phil Gore ran 321.6km over 48 hours, beating the Australian record
- The ultra event was run in laps where the aim is to finish last
- He credits his success to training and the support of other runners
Mr Gore competed in an event called Herdy’s Front Yard Ultra, in which participants compete around a 6.71km circuit.
They have one hour to complete…
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