It was about the adventure, says fastest runner to cross the Alps
Sophie Woods became the fastest person to complete the 2,000km Via Alpina ultramarathon across eight countries, finishing in 29 days versus the previous record of 35 days. The runner endured storms, temperatures reaching 37 degrees Celsius, floods and wildfires while crossing the Alps. Woods credited ice cream slushies and staying focused on the present moment for her success.
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Published 02 Aug 2026, 10:59 UTC · Updated 02 Aug 2026, 11:30 UTC
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