4 deserts Sahara Race: the video
Philippe has just finished the video of Sahara Race. Video of Sahara Race (© P. Gatta) Camp during the Sahara Race (© P. Gatta)
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Philippe has just finished the video of Sahara Race. Video of Sahara Race (© P. Gatta) Camp during the Sahara Race (© P. Gatta)
The Sahara Race is a 250 km running race which takes place in the Sahara desert, 130 km Southwest of Cairo, Egypt. There are 6-stages in 7 days: almost 4 Marathons in 4 days, then 86 km, a rest day and a final short stage of 2 km. Philippe ranked 6th.
Firstly, thanks again for all the email support!! Yesterday morning was uncertain because of my right heal and because of the pain in my muscles.
Note by Anna: I have no news today since last days long race of 87 km didn’t allow for any cyberspace time! But according to
137 competitors out of 150 took the start today. For me, it started very badly, 50m after the start I couldn’t run because of the
Today was tough, it started well, very nice scenery again in the dune. I joined Olivier and ran with him for a while. Then Jude,
Thank you all for the support I get through your emails! Keep on sending, they really help me staying focused and pushes me to try
Yesterday night was nice, the camp was beautiful with a view over the lake. The temperature after 5pm is pleasant and the night was fresh
All competitors arrived yesterday, we’re around 150 coming from 30+ different countries. This year there are many runners from Asia with a great representation from