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The Dragon鈥檚 Back Race

Ultra runner Lowri Morgan presents the story of the world鈥檚 toughest multi-day mountain race, held in Wales. The Dragon鈥檚 Back crosses the highest mountains in Wales, from Conwy to Cardiff Castle.

The world鈥檚 toughest multi-day mountain race is in Wales. The legendary Dragon鈥檚 Back crosses the highest mountains in Wales. From Conwy to Cardiff Castle, it is a gruelling six days, running 380km and climbing 17,400 metres.

First held in 1992, it attracts the world鈥檚 best ultra runners but it has never been won by a Welsh runner. In 2021 a severe heatwave added to the challenge. Ultra runner Lowri Morgan presents the story from the race this year.

59 minutes

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Sat 16 Oct 2021 15:00

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