The greatest race on earth

[Bierzo Baggie]

Thanks for posting all of this stuff BB. I'm just about getting around to reading some of the blogs and may have a look at some of the tracking sites over the weekend. Naturally I'll be routing for the Brits but will be very happy if Marco pulls it off. It's good news for all of us when somebody his age can still win such races. And there's something about his low-key honesty when talking about running that I respect.

I think Sweder is made of the right stuff for UTMB. But don't tell him; he might try and enter on-the-day.

The above mentioned athletes are the “unofficial” legends of sport.

They’re not as rich and as famous as those in more media-friendly events but they’re probably not doped up to eyeballs as a result. This is sport in its original, unadultarated form. I know (Olmo apart) they’ve all got fancy websites and some have sponsors but most have day-jobs as well.

These guys are more accessible too. Weren’t you rubbing shoulder with Ian Holmes at one of your local races the other day Glaconman?

And yes, I reckon Sweder should have a crack at this. They won’t let him enter on the day though!

The main race starts at 6:30.

You can check up on the progress in real time here: http://utmb.livetrail.net/