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Sophie Woods breaks Via Alpina speed record

Ultra-runner Sophie Woods completed the 2,000km Via Alpina across eight Alpine countries in 29 days, setting a new record for the fastest crossing. She faced storms, temperatures up to 37C, floods and wildfires during the endurance challenge.

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Ultra-runner Sophie Woods runs 2,000km across eight countries in only 29 days to break the record for completing the Via Alpina - one of the world's toughest endurance challenges.

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2,000km, eight countries, 29 days - the fastest runner to cross the AlpsBBC Sport
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2,000km, eight countries, 29 days - the fastest runner to cross the Alps

Ultra-runner Sophie Woods runs 2,000km across eight countries in only 29 days to break the record for completing the Via Alpina - one of the world's toughest endurance challenges.

Fastest runner to cross the Alps says it was an incredible experienceBBC News – World
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Fastest runner to cross the Alps says it was an incredible experience

Sophie Woods ran the Via Alpina through storms, heat of up to 37C and dodged floods and wildfires across eight countries.