"Chamonix, here we come in a month! Courtney Dauwalter announces participation in the UTMB finals 2025 with aspirations of regaining her title"
Courtney Dauwalter, long hailed as the "Queen of Ultra Running," faces a formidable challenge in the upcoming UTMB finals, as elite American ultrarunner Katie Schide looks set to make a strong bid for victory.
Schide, known for her dominance in major trail races, including the UTMB, made history in 2024 when she broke Courtney Dauwalter's course record at the UTMB finals in Chamonix. Her impressive performance saw her finish with a 40-minute lead, setting a new standard in the ultra-running world [1].
Since then, Schide has continued to impress, winning the Western States 100 in 2024 and setting a new women's course record at the Hardrock 100 in 2025, where she finished sixth overall [3]. In contrast, Dauwalter dropped out at the 108-mile mark during her bid to run the 250-mile Cocodona in Arizona.
The UTMB finals, a 100-mile loop around Mont Blanc, will be reported live from the finish line this year. The event will provide equal coverage of the men's and women's race leaders, and can be watched in seven languages: French, English, Spanish, Chinese, German, Italian, and Thai, on live.utmb.world [2].
The UTMB finals are scheduled to take place from August 28 - 31, 2023. Dauwalter has announced her return to the event, aiming to reclaim her title that she won in 2019. However, Schide's recent performances suggest she will be a strong contender.
For those interested in preparing for ultra-running events, information about the best trail shoes for ultrarunners and the best hydration packs can be found on the UTMB website.
Meanwhile, Dauwalter's fans can keep up with her on Instagram (@courtneydauwalter). She made an Instagram post about her return to the UTMB finals on July 22.
Sources: [1] UTMB Official Website [2] Live UTMB Coverage [3] Hardrock 100 Official Website
Sports enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the UTMB finals, as Courtney Dauwalter and Katie Schide prepare to face off, each vying for victory in the ultra-running world. Schide, recognized for her domination in major trail races, aims to defend her title against the returning Queen of Ultra Running, Courtney Dauwalter.
