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Jasmin Paris Shatters Records at Barkley Marathon

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British ultrarunner makes history as the first woman to conquer the gruelling 100-mile course within the cut-off time. #BarkleyMarathon #JasminParis #Ultrarunning

In a momentous achievement, British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris has etched her name in the history books by becoming the first woman to finish the Barkley Marathons. The gruelling 100-mile event in Tennessee, known for its extreme challenges, saw Paris crossing the finish line a mere 99 seconds inside the 60-hour cut-off time. Her remarkable feat has garnered global attention and admiration from the running community.

Paris, hailing from Midlothian, Scotland, tackled one of the world's toughest ultramarathons with sheer determination and grit. The Barkley Marathons, notorious for its unforgiving terrain and demanding course, posed a formidable test of endurance that only a select few have conquered. Paris's triumph signifies a monumental breakthrough in a race that has stood unconquered by women for 38 years.

This year's Barkley Marathon witnessed a historic moment as Jasmin Paris emerged victorious, firmly establishing herself as an elite athlete in the ultrarunning world. Her pioneering accomplishment serves as an inspiration to aspiring female athletes and showcases the power of perseverance and passion in overcoming monumental challenges.

As the dust settles on the Barkley Marathons, Jasmin Paris's groundbreaking achievement reverberates through the running community, sparking conversations about gender equality and pushing boundaries in extreme sports. Her journey to success not only breaks records but also breaks barriers for women in the realm of ultrarunning.

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Ultra runner Jasmin Paris becomes first woman to finish the Barkley ... (Athletics Weekly)

British athlete finishes gruelling 100-mile event in Tennessee 99 seconds inside 60-hour cut-off time. Jasmin Paris has created history by becoming the ...

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Jasmin Paris first woman to complete gruelling Barkley Marathons ... (BBC News)

A Scottish runner has made history by becoming the first woman to finish one of the world's hardest ultramarathons. Jasmin Paris from Midlothian completed ...

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Jasmin Paris Wins Barkley Marathon 2024: Why It Took 38 Years for ... (EssentiallySports)

This year's race marked a significant milestone as British runner Jasmin Paris became the first woman in the event's 38-year history to complete the grueling ...

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Jasmin Paris completes Barkley Marathons, 1st woman to finish ... (ESPN)

Jasmin Paris became the first woman ever to finish the Barkley Marathons, completing one of the most challenging ultramarathons in the world with 99 seconds ...

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British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris becomes first woman in HISTORY to ... (Daily Mail)

The 40-year-old athlete joined an elite group of five runners to complete this year's challenge, comprising five punishing 20-mile loops across Frozen Head ...

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Jasmin Paris first woman to complete gruelling Barkley Marathons ... (BBC News)

Jasmin Paris from Midlothian made history by finishing the gruelling 100-mile Barkley Marathons.

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Jasmin Paris: Scottish woman becomes first to complete Barkley ... (The National)

A SCOTTISH runner has made history by becoming the first woman to finish one of the world's hardest ultramarathons.

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British ultrarunner Paris becomes first woman to complete 100-mile ... (Sportstar)

Paris was one of five ultrarunners to complete the annual race held in Frozen Head State Park, Tennessee that has seen no finishers in more than half the ...

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British runner Jasmin Paris becomes first woman to finish Barkley ... (CNN)

British runner Jasmin Paris became the first woman ever to finish the legendary Barkley Marathons on Friday.

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Jasmin Paris completes Barkley Marathons, 1st woman to finish ... (ESPN.co.uk)

Jasmin Paris became the first woman ever to finish the Barkley Marathons, completing one of the most challenging ultramarathons in the world with 99 seconds ...

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Barkley Marathon: Jasmin Paris becomes first woman to finish ... (NationalWorld)

The 40-year-old joined an elite group of five runners who completed this year's event including Ihor Verys, John Kelly, Jared Campbell and Greig Hamilton. Each ...

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Jasmin Paris completes Barkley Marathons, 1st woman to finish ... (ESPN)

Jasmin Paris became the first woman ever to finish the Barkley Marathons, completing one of the most challenging ultramarathons in the world with 99 seconds ...

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Jasmin Paris takes ultrarunning mainstream after making Barkley ... (Run247.com)

Jasmin Paris is making headlines around the world after becoming the first ever woman to finish the infamous Barkley Marathons.

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Jasmin Paris Is First Woman to Finish Barkley Marathons (The New York Times)

The Barkley Marathons, which features cryptic rules for entry, requires runners to complete 100 miles of rugged terrain in Tennessee under 60 hours.

British ultrarunner, mom Jasmin Paris first woman to conquer ... (CGTN)

"The final minutes were so intense; after all that effort, it came down to a sprint uphill, with every fiber of my body screaming at me to stop," said ...

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