photo by Jowan
When you think about it, this race seems miraculous. How can the runners endure this pounding day after day, week after week, with no outer or apparent reward. Their mindset and determination must be so focused that entertaining thoughts about stopping are never considered. That is where the special charisma or even aura of mystery comes into play. Asprihanal Aalto, the famous Finn who has dominated the event this year, was sick for two days but still maintained focus and is almost healed- without stopping for any extended length of time – amazing. He ran 70.24 miles today to lead the footbeats of the pavement. Grahak Cunningham closely followed with 69.14 miles. In all eight runners cleared 60 miles. Again – amazing! More later….