WMRA World Cup heads to Italy for Vertical and Trofeo Nasego — image accompanying Athletics Weekly's report. Image accompanying Athletics Weekly’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
The WMRA World Cup series continues with Vertical Nasego and Trofeo Nasego in Italy. The races attract top contenders and decorated names. A team competition adds intensity to the event.
Trofeo Nasego, starting in 2002, has grown into a respected mountain running event. The 2015 redesign added diverse terrain, enhancing its reputation. Hosting the Italian Championships in 2016 cemented its status. Read more trail coverage.
Kenyan runners have dominated recent Trofeo Nasego podiums. This year, Ruth Mwihaki Gitonga and Richard Omaya Atuya lead the World Cup standings. Other strong contenders include Philemon Kiriago, Philaries Jeruto Kisang, and Joyce Muthoni Njeru. Related: Ruth Croft Withdraws from UTMB, Leaving Race Without Defending Champions.
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A double-header in northern Italy features top runners and a seven-nation team competition. The WMRA World Cup series continues with Vertical Nasego and Trofeo Nasego in Italy. The races attract top contenders and decorated names. A team competition adds intensity to the event.
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Runner World published this brief on September 1, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated September 1, 2026.
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