Aurélien Dunand-Pallaz completed Corsica’s GR20 trail in 27 hours, 29 minutes, setting a new men’s supported FKT. He beat François D’Haene’s previous record by 2 hours, 17 minutes, 20 seconds. The 166-kilometer route, with 12,000 meters of elevation gain, is one of Europe’s most demanding trails.

Dunand-Pallaz, who has a history of ultra-trail victories, ran the route by feel, checking his splits only twice. He was assisted by a team of 10 pacers. This FKT is pending verification by the Fastest Known Time website. Dunand-Pallaz plans to enter the 2027 Hardrock 100 lottery. Read more trail coverage.

The GR20 trail has been dominated by French runners for a decade. Dunand-Pallaz has a deep connection to Corsica, having visited as a child. He prepared extensively, including five reconnaissance runs over six years. His crew followed Corsican Mountain Federation guidelines. Related: Joe McConaughy Sets New John Muir Trail FKT.

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