Chinese runner is first athlete to complete 330km Tor des Géants in under 66 hours
- Posted on September 17, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Zhao Jiaju from Guizhou has achieved a remarkable feat in ultramarathon history by becoming the first athlete to complete the grueling Tor des Géants, a 330-kilometer trail running event in Italy, in under 66 hours. Her innovative approach using strategic fragmented sleep patterns enabled her to maintain peak performance throughout the multi-day endurance challenge. This groundbreaking victory also marks a significant milestone as the first Asian competitor to win this prestigious and demanding mountain race.
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Chinese runner is first athlete to complete 330km Tor des Géants in under 66 hours
Guizhou-born Zhao Jiaju uses ‘fragmented sleep’ strategy to win gruelling Italy race, makes history as first Asian to win the event.
