Final results for 2024 IAU 100 km World Championships.
Bengaluru Witnesses a Thrilling Display of Endurance at the 100KM World Championships
Record-breaking Performances and Global Camaraderie Mark India's Hosting Debut
Bengaluru, India – December 7, 2024: The 2024 IAU and WMA 100KM World Championships concluded today at the GKVK Campus, Bengaluru, delivering an unforgettable day of athletic brilliance and international unity. Hosted under the aegis of the International Association of Ultrarunners (IAU) and World Masters Athletics (WMA) and organized by NEB Sports, the event marked a historic first for India, attracting over 250 athletes from 40 countries.
In a race defined by grit and perseverance, athletes across categories pushed boundaries to achieve outstanding results. 49 women and 72 men completed IAU Championships individually. In addition 10 women teams and 12 men teams were classified.
Men’s Individual Category
- Gold: Jumpei Yamaguchi (Japan) with a stunning time of 6:12:17.
- Silver: Antonio Jesús Aguilar (Spain) clocking 6:25:54.
- Bronze: Haruki Okayama (Japan) at 6:37:54.
Women’s Individual Category
- Gold: Floriane Hot (France), setting the pace at 7:08:43.
- Silver: Marie-Ange Brumelot (France) finishing in 7:12:22.
- Bronze: Sarah Webster (Great Britain) with a time of 7:19:18.
Team Category (Men)
- Gold: Team Japan (19:30:09).
- Silver: Team Spain (20:02:32).
- Bronze: Great Britain & Northern Ireland (20:28:18).
Team Category (Women)
- Gold: Team France (22:27:05).
- Silver: Great Britain & Northern Ireland (22:55:50).
- Bronze: Team USA (23:36:49).
Medals Table
|
Country |
Gold |
Silver |
Bronze |
Total |
|
France |
2 |
1 |
0 |
3 |
|
Japan |
2 |
0 |
1 |
3 |
|
Spain |
0 |
2 |
0 |
2 |
|
Great Britain & Northern Ireland |
0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
|
USA |
0 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
The full results are provided in the files above. Details results including laps results are provided here
The Championships served as a platform to showcase both individual determination and collaborative team spirit. This year also featured the World Masters 100KM Championships, providing age-group athletes a chance to excel in their respective categories.
Speaking on the event’s success, Dr. Nadeem Khan, President of IAU, remarked,
“The spirit of ultrarunning was alive today. Bengaluru has set a benchmark for hosting events of this stature, and we look forward to many more milestones here.”
Nagaraj Adiga, Race Director and IAU Asia & Oceania Representative, highlighted,
“The participation of world-class athletes and the flawless execution reaffirm India’s potential as a preferred venue for global ultrarunning events.”
Adding to this, Rajender Kataria (IAS), President of the Local Organizing Committee, shared,
“Bengaluru's ability to host a global ultrarunning event like this reinforces its reputation as a world-class sporting destination. We hope that this championship not only inspires athletes across India but also places Bengaluru firmly on the global athletics map. Building on the success of the IAU 50KM World Championships 2023 in Hyderabad, this event cements India’s growing stature in the ultrarunning community.
Adille Sumariwalla, President of the Athletics Federation of India, emphasized,
“This championship is a testament to India’s capability to organize world-class sporting events and is bound to inspire the next generation of ultrarunners.”
As the championships drew to a close, Bengaluru celebrated not just the winners but also the collective achievement of athletes, organizers, and volunteers. The city once again proved its mettle as a dynamic sports destination while setting the stage for the future of ultrarunning in India.
Jacek Bedkowski
IAU Director of Communication
Championships Project Coordinator
