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Press release from Amar Subba the Marathon Man of Sikkim
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Amar Subba the Marathon Man of Sikkim
Achieves Strong Finish at Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB 2025
Taiping, Malaysia,October 4: On 27-Sep-2025-Amar Subba successfully completed the Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB 2025 in the 50 Km category, securing 11th place in his World age group with a finish time of 10:03:21 and secured 121 in Global Ranking out of 700 finishers. Among the three Indian participants in this segment, he achieved the highest ranking. The Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB is recognised as one of Asia's most challenging trail races, renowned for its brutal elevation profiles, high humidity,and extreme heat. These conditions proved demanding for all competitors and limited racing speeds. Despite this, Subba delivered a resilient performance and maintained a competitive standing in the field.
Speaking after the race, Subba noted:
"The course presented extreme physical and environmental challenges. While the climate prevented me from running at my usual pace and twice I have got dizziness and took the help from the Aid Station crew. Overall it was a valuable experience and an honour to compete alongside world -class elite athletes from around the world. The event was exceptionally well organized and provided a tremendous learning opportunity. I am honoured and feeling immense pride to represent Sikkim and India at the Global Stage.
The Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB attracts International participation from some of the sport's most accomplished trail runners. Subba's performance underscores both his individual determination and the growing presence of Indian athletes on the Global Ultra Trail Running Stage.
Achieves Strong Finish at Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB 2025
Taiping, Malaysia,October 4: On 27-Sep-2025-Amar Subba successfully completed the Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB 2025 in the 50 Km category, securing 11th place in his World age group with a finish time of 10:03:21 and secured 121 in Global Ranking out of 700 finishers. Among the three Indian participants in this segment, he achieved the highest ranking. The Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB is recognised as one of Asia's most challenging trail races, renowned for its brutal elevation profiles, high humidity,and extreme heat. These conditions proved demanding for all competitors and limited racing speeds. Despite this, Subba delivered a resilient performance and maintained a competitive standing in the field.
Speaking after the race, Subba noted:
"The course presented extreme physical and environmental challenges. While the climate prevented me from running at my usual pace and twice I have got dizziness and took the help from the Aid Station crew. Overall it was a valuable experience and an honour to compete alongside world -class elite athletes from around the world. The event was exceptionally well organized and provided a tremendous learning opportunity. I am honoured and feeling immense pride to represent Sikkim and India at the Global Stage.
The Malaysia Ultra Trail by UTMB attracts International participation from some of the sport's most accomplished trail runners. Subba's performance underscores both his individual determination and the growing presence of Indian athletes on the Global Ultra Trail Running Stage.