The Spine Race is one of the toughest ultra marathons in the world. Runners take on 268 gruelling winter miles along the length of the Pennine Way. It’s a challenge of both physical resilience and mental fortitude. Runners must navigate snow, ice, and the full ferocity of British winter weather. Although well noted as a tough race, it’s also highly fulfilling for runners. Previous finisher Michelle Jane said, “Remember to look up and appreciate the beauty of nature from time to time. I witnessed one of the most stunning sunsets I’ve ever seen.”
This year’s first woman across the finish line of the full race is French ultra-runner Claire Bannwarth. Claire is an established name in the world of ultra running, having finished the iconic Ultra Trail Mont Blanc (UTMB) multiple times as well as many other international ultra marathons.
The overall winner was former Women’s Running team member Damian Hall.
Montane Spine Race 2023 Results
Claire finished the Montane Spine Race 2023 in an impressive time of 97:39:58 – only 49 minutes behind the third and fourth place men. British runners Hannah Rickman and Edwina Sutton are set to take second and third place respectively among the women. With her impressive finish time, Claire beats the 2022 female champion, Debbie…
