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Double Podium for Lewes AC Women in UltraLtd 50k Trail Race
Members of Lewes Athletic Club delivered outstanding performances across both distances of the challenging UltraLtd 50k and 100k ultramarathons, held on Sunday 25th May along the iconic South Downs Way.
Team spirit on the trails: Tom and Fraser push each other to the top 10.
The scenic but punishing courses finished in Eastbourne, with the final stretch taking runners over Beachy Head, combining stunning views with demanding uphill sections: 3,500ft of climbing in the 50k and a gruelling 8,000ft in the 100k.
The 50k race, which started in Falmer, saw Lewes AC dominate the women’s field, with Sarah Webster finishing first and Flaminia Gold close behind in second.
In the men’s race, Richard Strong earned an impressive 3rd place, with clubmates Tom Marchant and Fraser MacNicholl also finishing in the top ten.
Meanwhile, in the 100k event, which began in Arundel, David Barham ran a superb race, turning in a strong debut performance over the ultra distance.
Thumbs up from the trail: David Barham embraces every step of his 100k journey.
The varied terrain of grass trails, farm tracks, and forest paths tested every runner’s endurance, but Lewes AC athletes proved their strength and determination.
Philip Westbury, Chair of Lewes AC, praised the athletes, saying: “We are incredibly proud of all our members who took on these tough races. The South Downs offer breathtaking beauty but demand serious grit. These results reflect not only individual talent but also underscore Lewes AC’s growing reputation for excellence in running long-distance trails.”
Want to improve you fun running performance with Lewes AC?
Lewes AC offers various training sessions to help boost your performance at trail and road running events:
- Strength and Conditioning: Join Toby on Monday nights to improve core strength and stability. Sign up here.
- Track Sessions: Fine-tune your technique, pacing, and endurance on Thursday evenings, or try beginner track sessions on Saturday mornings. Sign up here.