Elhousine Elazzaoui Secures Third Consecutive Golden Trail World Series Title — image accompanying Marathon Handbook's report. Image accompanying Marathon Handbook’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Elhousine Elazzaoui claimed victory at the Muju Trail, securing his third Golden Trail World Series title. He led from the first climb and finished in 2:49:14. Elazzaoui's win marks a historic achievement in the series.
Starting third in the standings, Elazzaoui needed to win to retain his title. He dominated the 28.65-kilometer course, finishing ahead of Philemon Kiriago and Kipngeno. His performance solidified his position in the series. Read more racing coverage.
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Elhousine Elazzaoui wins the Muju Trail, securing his third Golden Trail World Series title. Elhousine Elazzaoui claimed victory at the Muju Trail, securing his third Golden Trail World Series title. He led from the first climb and finished in 2:49:14. Elazzaoui's win marks a historic achievement in the series.
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Runner World published this brief on October 26, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated October 25, 2026.
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