Recapping this weekend's races.
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 |  | | GRANTHAM LEI, UNITED KINGDOM | | The unforgiving grounds of Belvoir Castle set the stage for the UK's debut of World's Toughest Mudder, where over 1,000 athletes from 20+ countries took on what's known as "the toughest event on the planet." For 24 relentless hours, competitors grinded through brutal 5-mile loops packed with vicious hill climbs, pitch-black forest trails, and bone-chilling water features that bit hardest at 3 a.m. Obstacle innovation stole the spotlight with jaw-dropping new challenges like Fire Fly, a fiery free-fall leap, the return of Chunky Monkey, and the debut of Netflix and Chill, while the infamous Killa Gilla delivered chaos overnight. In this elite test of grit and endurance, Joseph Rucco crushed 110 miles to take the men's title, Nikki Caromba claimed the women's crown with 95 miles, and Team XXX topped the podium with a monster 120 miles completed. | |  | | PITTSFIELD, VERMONT | | The mountains of Pittsfield, Vermont set the stage for Camp Spartan, where 62 young athletes were put to the test under the theme of resilience—physical, mental, emotional, and social. Each day brought intense physical challenges, from barefoot gravel climbs to hundreds of burpees, bear crawls, and flutter kicks. Kids hiked the mountain daily, and over half summited Shrek's barefoot by week's end. After self-ranking their resilience on day one, every camper saw their score rise by Friday, a testament to personal growth through discomfort. Tears were shed, breakthroughs were made, and by Sunday morning, 62 kids left camp stronger and more unbreakable than ever. | |  | | PITTSFIELD, VERMONT | | The 2025 Spartan Farm Experience: Week of Hard at Riverside Farm delivered one of the most punishing endurance gauntlets to date. Over seven days, athletes faced a lineup of brutal events including the infamous Summer Death Race, where only 6 finishers emerged from 70+ hours of relentless physical and mental torment—one of the lowest finish rates in recent history. The Hurricane Heat 24HR tested teamwork and resilience, with 20 of 24 participants surviving the full challenge. Meanwhile, the Mount Sparta 24HR Challenge pushed individuals to the brink on a loop with 1,100 feet of elevation gain per lap. Emerson Conk claimed the Last Spartan Standing title, while Sebastian Otto topped the leaderboard with 30 laps. | |  | | VALENCIA, SPAIN | | Over 1,400 athletes braved scorching summer heat above 93°F in a high-energy, two-day competition featuring DEKA FIT, DEKA MILE, and DEKA Teams. While the venue offered some shade, the intense humidity pushed competitors to their limits. Saturday saw individual battles, while Sunday turned team-focused, amplifying the electric atmosphere. | |  | | HUGO, MINNESOTA | | The scenic trails of Minnesota played host to nearly 7,000 Mudders for a sun-soaked weekend of grit and glory. Set among tree-lined paths and sparkling lakes in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, the course featured a beginner-friendly, mostly flat elevation profile with gentle rolling hills. Wooded trails and cool lake breezes offered a picturesque backdrop as participants took on signature Tough Mudder obstacles in classic Midwest summer heat. | |  | | TARLAC, PHILIPPINES | | Set against the lush greenery of Filinvest New Clark City with the iconic stadium rising in the background, Spartans faced down a weekend of intense challenges. From scorching heat to sudden downpours, the Sprint, Super, and Trail races tested every ounce of grit and determination. On the podium, Jobert Carolino and Sandi Menchi Abahan led the charge, proving that whether you're a veteran or rising newcomer—Spartans rise through the storm. | | | |
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