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bbc.co.ukEntrekin Sets Overall Cocodona 250 Course Record in Winning Time of 56:09:48
The 34-year-old Colorado ultrarunner finished the 250-mile Arizona race in 56:09:48 on May 6, 2026, surpassing all previous male and female times. She overcame self-doubt with the mantra "Why not you? Why not now? Why not try?" The event drew more than 1,300 runners but was marre…
bbc.co.ukRachel Entrekin Wins Cocodona 250 Ultramarathon and Sets New Course Record
Rachel Entrekin completed the 250-mile-plus Cocodona 250 in 56 hours, beating the entire men's field and setting a new course record. Her victory marks a landmark moment in ultrarunning history. @ABC reported the details of the Arizona race.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewWoman Recovers from Six-Year Alcohol Dependence and Completes Half Marathon
Holly Dyson, 28, was dependent on alcohol for six years and was informed by medical professionals that she faced death without intervention. She underwent treatment and achieved sobriety. Dyson recently completed a half marathon as part of her recovery.
The Boston GlobeNew Hampshire Woman Completes Solo Rowing Journey Across Atlantic Ocean
Renee Blacken, a 43-year-old resident of Bethlehem, New Hampshire, rowed solo across the Atlantic Ocean as part of the Atlantic Dash event. She departed from Lanzarote in the Canary Islands on January 24 and arrived in Antigua on March 30, covering 3,200 miles over 65 days. Black…