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Canada’s Défi des Couleurs hosted the Mountain Running World Cup Final races. Meikael Beaudoin-Rousseau won the men’s Uphill race, followed by Remi Leroux. Nina Engelhard dominated the women’s race.
The Kodiak Ultramarathons in California was the UTMB World Series Americas Major. Cody Poskin won the 100-mile race, leading all the way. Nichole Abma and Madeline Wighardt topped the women’s podium. Read more racing coverage.
The Défi des Couleurs also featured Up and Down races. Philemon Kiriago won the men’s race, with Mason Coppi close behind. Nina Engelhard secured another win in the women’s race. Related: Engelhard and Kiriago Win at Défi des Couleurs.
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What should runners know about Mountain Running World Cup Finals and Kodiak Ultramarathons Highlight Racing Weekend?
iRunFar reports on the Défi des Couleurs and Kodiak Ultramarathons, featuring top performances. Canada’s Défi des Couleurs hosted the Mountain Running World Cup Final races. Meikael Beaudoin-Rousseau won the men’s Uphill race, followed by Remi Leroux. Nina Engelhard dominated the women’s race.
When did Runner World publish this racing brief?
Runner World published this brief on October 12, 2026. The underlying iRunFar report was dated October 12, 2026.
Where can readers find the complete original report?
This summary is based on reporting from iRunFar. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
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