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LIVE Coverage of Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025
Post Race Breaking News
That's a wrap on the Atacama Crossing 2025, which concluded with a celebratory banquet and awards ceremony this evening in San Pedro. An enormous thank you to everyone...
Sat, 5 April 2025 at 23:39
Stage 6 Breaking News
The final racers have now crossed the finish line, marking the conclusion of the 18th Atacama Crossing. The last to finish were Louise Cooper (USA), Suresh Dasappan (Indi...
Sat, 5 April 2025 at 12:47
Stage 6 Breaking News
Finishers are steadily crossing the finish line in the Town Square of San Pedro de Atacama. Anton Zyrianov and Elise Lagerstrom have claimed victory in the 18th Edition o...
Sat, 5 April 2025 at 11:36
Stage 6 Breaking News
Stage 6 is officially underway! There will be three start times today: 7:30 AM, 8:30 AM, and 9:00 AM, with the first group already hitting the trail at 7:30 AM. Join us i...
Sat, 5 April 2025 at 07:43
Stage 5 Breaking News
An incredible accomplishment lies on the other side of one more night: the finish line of Atacama Crossing 2025! Competitors will head to bed soon for one more sleep und...
Fri, 4 April 2025 at 18:59
Stage 5 Breaking News
Congratulations to our final two finishers of Stage 5: William (Bill) Davis (US) and TaeYun Jeong (Korea).The Atacama Crossing 2025 FINISH is TOMORROW!! Details below:...
Fri, 4 April 2025 at 15:58
Stage 5 Breaking News
TaeYun Jeong of Korea crossed the finish line into Camp 6 at 9:32am Chile time, marking The Long March complete after more than 25 hours. Second to last with a time of 24...
Fri, 4 April 2025 at 08:59
Stage 5 Breaking News
At 4:00 AM in Chile, 118 racers have successfully reached Camp 6, marking the completion of The Long March. Beneath the moonlit expanse of the Valley of the Moon, only a...
Fri, 4 April 2025 at 04:07
Stage 5 Breaking News
Dr. William Davis (US) and Vickie McDonald (US) have reached Checkpoint 5, where they have paused to rest while awaiting the arrival of TaeYun Jeong (Korea), the final pa...
Fri, 4 April 2025 at 00:07
Stage 5 Breaking News
Night is falling over the Atacama Desert, where the searing heat of the day has given way to an icy chill. Racers steadily make their way to the finish line at Camp 6. Se...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 23:55
Stage 5 Breaking News
Elise Lagerstrom (US) has claimed first place in the women's category of The Long March, Stage 5, finishing with an impressive time of 10:14:07. She was closely followed...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 20:11
Stage 5 Breaking News
CP3 has now closed and no competitors have withdrawn yet during Stage 5. Bill Davis (US) and TaeYun Jeong (Korea) were the most recent to pass through CP3 on their way to...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 18:47
Stage 5 Breaking News
Pamela Fletcher (US) and Susan Murphy (US) savored a surprise treat at the checkpoint—a refreshing Coca-Cola! Meanwhile, Anton Zyrianov, who had already finished and wa...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 18:26
Stage 5 Breaking News
The leading ladies Elise Lagerstrom (US) and Maigua Ojeda (Spain) are approaching the finish line of The Long March with just kilometers to go....
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 18:19
Stage 5 Breaking News
News from Camp 6: Benji Gebert (Germany) has just completed The Long March at 4:16pm in a time of 8:16. Benji is second overall....
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 16:23
Stage 5 Breaking News
Just in: Anton Zyrianov has finished Stage 5, The Long March, in a time of 7:54....
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 16:01
Stage 5 Breaking News
As of 3:33 p.m. in the Atacama Desert, Chile, Checkpoint (CP) 2 has officially closed. Seventy-two-year-old Vickie McDonald (US) passed through in high spirits, remarking...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 15:48
Stage 5 Breaking News
Smiles abound as the celebrated CP3 Coca-Colas are distributed, a much-needed boost for many with so much ground remaining in The Long March. The volunteers at Checkpoint...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 11:59
Stage 5 Breaking News
Anton Zyrianov was the first to pass through CP2 this morning, thus far unfazed by the daunting distance ahead. Elise Lagerstrom (United States) is making a strong start...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 09:59
Stage 5 Breaking News
The Long March has begun..128 racers, 72km (45mi) across the Atacama Desert. Good luck to all!Start Time: 8:00amStage Name: The Long MarchDistance: 72 Kilometers (...
Thu, 3 April 2025 at 08:03
Stage 4 Breaking News
Stage 4, The Infamous Salar de Atacama, is now complete. All but three participants made it to the finish line after another arduous day. The competitors are now at Camp...
Wed, 2 April 2025 at 21:46
Stage 4 Breaking News
Stage 4 Videos and Photos have been posted. Most Results are now updated as well....
Wed, 2 April 2025 at 21:40
Stage 4 Breaking News
Racers continue to arrive at Camp 5, Laguna Tebinquinche, with a total of 58 now at Camp 5. CheckPoint (CP) 3 has just four more racers to arrive. The last section of Sta...
Wed, 2 April 2025 at 16:57
Stage 4 Breaking News
The majority of the field is now crossing the seemingly endless salt flats of Salar de Atacama. If yesterday was technically difficult, today may be just as challenging m...
Wed, 2 April 2025 at 11:59
Stage 4 Breaking News
The mood was positive heading out of the start this morning. Etan Becera (Mexico) reports that he's feeling well, considering all they went through yesterday and what sti...
Wed, 2 April 2025 at 10:59
Stage 4 Breaking News
It's Stage 4, the Infamous Salar de Atacama, and 131 competitors set off at 8 a.m. for the 44.4 km (27.8 mi) Stage. This route takes them from the plateau of Zapar, in th...
Wed, 2 April 2025 at 08:11
Stage 3 Breaking News
Stage 3 is done, incredibly only two withdrew during this brutal Stage. See all the Results, Videos, Photos and Blogs. Top 10 Overall (Stage 3 and Overall) Top Te...
Tue, 1 April 2025 at 22:46
Stage 3 Breaking News
Eighty (80) racers have already reached Camp 4. It was a day of uneven terrain, intense heat, sand, and crusty salt. There is a newfound appreciation for the challenge of...
Tue, 1 April 2025 at 17:43
Stage 3 Breaking News
80 racers are now at Camp 4. Results are being uploaded....
Tue, 1 April 2025 at 05:56
Stage 3 Breaking News
The first runners are in at Camp 4! Anton Zyrianov has finished in the lead again. The fight for the next top spots has shaken out similarly to yesterday, with Nikolay...
Tue, 1 April 2025 at 13:00
Stage 3 Breaking News
133 competitors made their way into the salt flats towards the ALMA Project this morning, and Checkpoint 1 has already closed! New leader Anton Zyrianov was cruising al...
Tue, 1 April 2025 at 10:00
Stage 3 Breaking News
Stage 3, The Atacamenos Trail, commenced at 8 a.m. today with 133 racers at the startline. Racers will discover that salt flats are far from flat, gaining newfound...
Tue, 1 April 2025 at 08:10
Stage 2 Breaking News
Stage 2 proved to be both glorious and challenging—offering everyone a true taste of the Atacama Desert's extremes. Congratulations to all who made it to the start line...
Mon, 31 March 2025 at 20:29
Stage 2 Breaking News
Stage 2 is complete and all Results have been posted. A final Breaking News will be posted once the Photos and Videos have been uploaded. Key Links ResultsLIVE GPS...
Mon, 31 March 2025 at 19:27
Stage 2 Breaking News
Stage 2 was packed with incredible highs and a few challenging lows, but the highs were absolutely unforgettable! We're now eagerly waiting for the last racers to cross...
Mon, 31 March 2025 at 17:47
Stage 2 Breaking News
Check the continous updated Results, now through 115....
Mon, 31 March 2025 at 17:12
Stage 2 Breaking News
It was a much warmer day today as the racers faced the canyons and dunes. Anton Zyrianov completed Stage 2 just before noon, appearing over a small dune and crossing t...
Mon, 31 March 2025 at 13:00
Stage 2 Breaking News
139 competitors set off on the course this morning after a windy and chilly night in Camp 2. They are now making their way through the slot canyons and dunes of Stage 2...
Mon, 31 March 2025 at 10:00
Stage 2 Breaking News
Stage 2 appropriately named "The Slot Canyons" began promptly at 8:01 AM this morning. Racers are plunging into icy cold waters as they navigate through the breathtaking...
Mon, 31 March 2025 at 08:40
Stage 1 Breaking News
Stage 1 is COMPLETE! All racers are now resting comfortably at Camp 2: Cliffs of Rio Salado. Preliminary Results have now been posted.Today's Top 101. BENEITO, Vicente...
Sun, 30 March 2025 at 17:04
Stage 1 Breaking News
All racers have arrived at Camp 2. ...
Sun, 30 March 2025 at 17:43
Stage 1 Breaking News
Racers continue to make their way to Camp 2 with 141 expected to finish today. We had two withdrawals, #1 and #46, and both are fine, now at Camp 2. Just four racer...
Sun, 30 March 2025 at 17:06
Stage 1 Breaking News
The first few competitors have crossed the finish line into Camp 2! Vicente Beneito (Spain) crossed first at 11:35 AM, followed closely by Anton Zyrianov at 11:37 AM. 41...
Sun, 30 March 2025 at 11:00
Stage 1 Breaking News
Checkpoint 1 has now closed, with the last runner passing through at 10:18 this morning, approximately 40 minutes before the cutoff time. Anton Zyrianov was first through...
Sun, 30 March 2025 at 10:00
Stage 1 Breaking News
The 18th edition of the Atacama Crossing in Chile has officially commenced. A total of 143 racers set off at 8 a.m. this morning, following a frigid night spent in Rain...
Sun, 30 March 2025 at 08:38
Pre Race Breaking News
Makoto Yoshimoto of Japan was the last to arrive at Camp 1 due to a delayed flight. Competitors from 44 nations reached the camp in the late afternoon, after a nearly two...
Sat, 29 March 2025 at 21:33
Pre Race Breaking News
And they're off to Camp 1. After a morning of gear and food checks, medical checks, and general administration, the racers have left for Camp 1.Topics at Check In prese...
Sat, 29 March 2025 at 15:40
Pre Race Breaking News
Welcome to the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 Breaking News, the 18th Edition of this iconic race. In this first update, we'll explain how to follow the race LIVE,...
Sat, 29 March 2025 at 04:34
Pre Race Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The first Pre-Race Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Friday, 28 March 2025. Click below...
Fri, 21 February 2025 at 12:00
Stage 4 Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The first Stage 4 Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Wednesday, 2 April 2025. Click above...
Mon, 30 October 2023 at 12:00
Stage 3 Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The first Stage 3 Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Tuesday, 1 April 2025. Click above t...
Mon, 30 October 2023 at 12:00
Stage 2 Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The first Stage 2 Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Monday, 31 March 2025. Click above t...
Mon, 30 October 2023 at 12:00
Stage 1 Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The first Stage 1 Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Sunday, 30 March 2025. Click above t...
Mon, 30 October 2023 at 12:00
Stage 5 Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The first Stage 5 Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Thursday, 3 April 2025. Click above...
Mon, 30 October 2023 at 12:00
Stage 6 Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The first Stage 6 Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Saturday, 5 April 2025. Click above...
Mon, 30 October 2023 at 12:00
Post Race Breaking News
Breaking News is posted when the race is LIVE. The Post Race Breaking News for the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 will be added on Sunday, 6 April 2025. Click above to sig...
Mon, 30 October 2023 at 12:00
LEADERS
1
Overall Rank
150
BIB
Individual Neutral Athlete
Nationality
Individual Neutral Athlete
CountrySC
Status27:05:39
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Stage 1:
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Stage 2:
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Stage 3:
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Stage 4:
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Stage 5:
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Stage 6:
01:31:30
Team
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Charity
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8
Overall Rank
81
BIB
United States
Nationality
United States
CountrySC
Status33:49:55
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Stage 1:
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Stage 2:
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Stage 3:
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Stage 4:
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Stage 5:
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Stage 6:
01:45:10
Team
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Charity
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Team Taiwan+
1
Overall Rank
Team Members
Huang, Chang Wei
Taiwan
NationalityBIB
Lee, Min Feng
Taiwan
NationalityBIB
Lin, Kevin
Taiwan
NationalityBIB
A
Status43:05:00
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Stage 1:
05:28:45 -
Stage 2:
06:42:18 -
Stage 3:
07:12:41 -
Stage 4:
08:20:57 -
Stage 5:
13:05:29 -
Stage 6:
02:14:50
The Guanacos
1
Overall Rank
Team Members
Alves, Ester
Portugal
NationalityBIB
Nunes, Manuel
Portugal
NationalityBIB
Santos, Filipe
Portugal
NationalityBIB
A
Status36:01:44
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Stage 1:
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Stage 2:
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Stage 3:
06:16:51 -
Stage 4:
06:55:02 -
Stage 5:
10:31:03 -
Stage 6:
01:51:54
PHOTOS - STAGE 6
STAGE DETAILS
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06 Apr 2025
Post Race
AWARDS, ATACAMA CROSSING 2025
The following awards were presented on on Saturday, 5 April in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile.Men's Overall Winners:
- 1st: Anton Zyrianov
- 2nd: Benji Gebert (Germany)
- 3rd: Michael Asperski (Poland)
Women's Overall Winners:
- 1st: Elise Lagerstrom (United States)
- 2nd: Maigualida Ojeda Perez (Spain)
- 3rd: Ester Alves (Portugal)
Age Category Winners:
- 29 and Under (Men): Matthew Reynolds (South Africa)
- 29 and Under (Women): Caitlin Sconce (United States)
- 30-39 (Men): Marco Grobbelaar (South Africa)
- 30-39 (Women): Lisa Richards (Australia)
- 40-49 (Men): Henrik Sandhaug (Norway)
- 40-49 (Women): Silke Leikheim (Germany)
- 50-59 (Men): Reinhold Hugo (Switzerland)
- 50-59 (Women): Nerea Hermo (Spain)
- 60-69 (Men): Paul Borlinha (Canada)
- 60-69 (Women): Mattea Geraci (Italy)
- 70+ (Men): Ivan Schmidt (Denmark)
- 70+ (Women): Louise Cooper (United States)
BLOGS
09
Apr 2025Stage4 – Coming back – A Very Bad Day for the Feet
Stage 4 Was too tired to write this on the day. I woke up after my disaster on Day 3, had a great sleep and the doctors had full unwaivering ...
06
Apr 2025Why We Need to Struggle
Our world pushes us toward comfort and convenience. A luxury lifestyle is seen as the ultimate achievement. Today, we can have nearly anything we wa ...
By: Kevin Hwang
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04
Apr 2025Small Victories
Hi everyone. Thanks for the comments and messages. Your support helped me push through today. The Long March went really well, despite my ankles, Achi ...
STORIES
Atacama Crossing 2025 - Snapshot of the Field
As we look forward to the 18th edition of the Atacama Crossing, which begins on 30 March 2025, let’s review the field including the stats, the facts and the top contenders below: 44 countries represented The countries most represented incl ...
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The Atacama Crossing is the Grand Finale of the 4 Deserts Grand Slam / Plus 2024-25
Twelve remarkable individuals are set to achieve the 4 Deserts Grand Slam (Plus) when they complete the Atacama Crossing (Chile) in March 2025. In March 2025, twelve remarkable individuals will finish the ultimate challenge: completing the 4 Desert ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
There are many questions that you may have as make the final preparations for the Atacama Crossing. Most questions are answers in the Essential Race Information document which is available to confirmed racers. However this list of questions ha ...
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Atacama Crossing 2023: Post Race Reflections
It has been a little over one week since crossing the finish line in the town square of San Pedro de Atacama. I hope everyone has recovered well. Gear check. Arrival at Camp 1. As this was my 2nd attempt at the Atacama Crossing, withdrawing last ...
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Top Tips & Notes on Training From Atacama Crossing Racer & Trainer
In September 2023, I competed in the Atacama Crossing, a 250km 6-stage footrace through the Atacama Desert in Chile. It was my first stage race and I finished feeling strong, injury-free, and in 2nd place. Most general training advice is e ...
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Training Plans
RacingThePlanet and our friends at Unbound Running have put together some training plans to help you with your preparation. There are three levels available: Beginner Intermediate Advanced Good luck with your training! ...
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Sarah Opperman's Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2019 Race Report
Sarah Oppermann, Ireland / Stage wins: 2 / Finishing Position: 5th Female 24th Overall/ Finishing Time: 39 hours 37mins 45 What and where: The Atacama Crossing (by RacingThePlanet) is a 250km, six stage self-supported race. Carrying all you need for ...
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Atacama Crossing 2025: What’s not to love?
What’s not to love about this iconic race, in the driest of the deserts in the 4 Deserts Race Series and the world! The Atacama Desert is situated in the north of Chile and some areas have never been known to receive even a drop of rainfall s ...
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San Pedro de Atacama - What an Amazing Place
“The most chilled town I've ever visited” said two-time 4 Deserts competitor and three-time volunteer Natasha. “It hasn't changed much since the first time I was there 11 years to when I volunteered for 4 Deserts more recentl ...
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Sustainability and Giving Back at RacingThePlanet
The ethos of RacingThePlanet is to take people back to basics, to experience cultures, and to leave no trace while doing so. Many of our races take place in places that few people have the opportunity to visit, and in this era of plastic and environm ...
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Multi-Day Magic
Scotty Hawker's running resembles the elevation profile of a mountainous ultra race with its peaks and troughs, but a recent foray into the work of multi-day events helped the Kiwi athlete remember why he loves the ultra running community so much.&nb ...
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By: Jacqueline Furniss
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