Corrina's impressive resume includes four representations for her Federation in the IAU 100km World and Asia and Oceanic Championships. Her leadership qualities were evident as she served as Team Captain at the IAU 100 km World Championships in Germany and the IAU 100 km Asia and Oceania Championships in India. Notably, Corrina was part of the female team that secured the IAU Gold medal at the IAU 100 km Championships in Jordan and the IAU Silver medal in India, demonstrating her exceptional prowess as an ultra runner.
In addition to her on-field achievements, Corrina holds the esteemed position of Vice Chair of the IAU Athletes Commission, where she continues to advocate for the interests of ultra runners globally. Her influence extends to the national level, as she was recently endorsed as Vice President of the Australian Ultra & Trail Runners Association (AUTRA), underscoring her commitment to the advancement of ultra and trail running in her home country.
Corrina's off-field roles are complemented by her outstanding running performances. In her debut 24hr track race in April 2024, she achieved an impressive 2nd place finish in the Australian 24hr Championship, covering a distance of 227km. These accomplishments speak volumes about Corrina's exceptional endurance and determination, establishing her as a force to be reckoned with in the ultra running community.
Corrina's personal bests (PBs) in various distances are listed below:
- 50 km: 4:01:48
- 50 miles: 7:20:05
- 100 km: 8:36:39
- 12H: 126.818 km
- 24H: 226.958 km
Corrina Black's contributions to the sport of ultra running, both on and off the track, have undoubtedly elevated the profile of Australian ultra running on the global stage.
Jacek Bedkowski
IAU Director of Communication