The Dragon’s Back Race 

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The world’s toughest multi-day mountain race in Wales. 

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

The world’s toughest multi-day mountain race is in Wales. The legendary Dragon’s 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’s 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.

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