What Happened to Courtney Dauwalter (and Other Favorites Who Struggled) at UTMB 2025?
Per usual, this nutty race was carnage. We break down what broke down the favorites.
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Abby Levene is Outside Run’s senior editor. After running at Princeton University’s NCAA Division I program, Abby Levene migrated to Boulder, Colorado to study journalism and run as a grad student at the University of Colorado. When she’s not clacking on the keyboard, you can find her tripping over rocks on the trails and following Boston sports.
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Ruth Croft Wins 2025 UTMB Mont-Blanc, Completes UTMB World Series Finals Triple Crown
Using a patient approach and a major push through the second half of a brutal day (and night) of racing, Ruth Croft of New Zealand has won the 2025 UTMB, dethroning three-time champion Courtney Dauwalter. Read how it all played out.
2025 UTMB Mont-Blanc Live Race Updates and Results
Tom Evans has won the 2025 UTMB men's race, and Ruth Croft has won the women's event. Outside Run is on location in Chamonix, France, with behind-the-scenes coverage.
2025 OCC Was a Brawl. Jim Walmsley and Joyline Chepngeno Fought Hardest.
We followed the race from Switzerland to Chamonix, France, to capture the rawness of this year's unforgettable 50K championship.
No Sleep, No Quads, No Problem. How Careth Arnold Cracked the Code at TDS.
The mother of two is the first American to win the burly 95-mile race during UTMB week.
Toni McCann Shows Us Her 2025 CCC Gear
The South-African superstar is back to defend her title at CCC with a mix of tried-and-true favorites and the latest products to hit the market.
Chris Myers Gives Exclusive Look at Brooks Cascadia Elite, Plus Rest of CCC Gear
The 2025 Western States runner-up is doubling back for the 100K during the UTMB World Series Finals. We checked out the gear and nutrition he’ll be racing with.
2025 UTMB Mont-Blanc Live Updates and Results for PTL, TDS, OCC, and CCC
Italy's Francesco Puppi and Martyna Mlynarczyk of Poland won the men's and women's 2025 CCC—read for more on-the-ground coverage.
UTMB, CCC, and OCC Preview: Top Picks, Dark Horse Contenders, and Favorite Storylines
We’ve spent all year following the top ultrarunners in the world to bring you our expert picks for the UTMB World Series Finals.
How to Watch the 2025 UTMB Mont-Blanc
The most-anticipated annual event of the trail running universe takes place August 25-31.