DHAKA, Dec 11, 2024 (BSS)- Ultra runner Imamur Rahman became the first 
Bangladeshi who successfully touched the finishing line in the 100-km 
category of the UTMB Ultra Trail Marathon that held in Thailand recently.

In the 100-km category, the total distance was 96-km and the altitude was 
about 5100 meters. Imamur Rahman completed this tough challenge with a time 
of 26:48:13 hours.

The event was held in Chiang Mai, Thailand from Friday December 6-8. UTMB 
certified runners from around 85 countries participated in the event, said a 
press release here today.

Imamur had to pass Chiang Mai's Wat Phra That Doikham Temple, Bhubing Palace, 
Khun Chang Khian, Hue Tueng Thao Reservoir, Mae Sa Elephant Camp, Doi Pui 
Summit, Doi Pha Klong, Homanggram, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep Temple to 
complete the race.
 
The young runner said last year he participated in the same event and 
encountered a serious accident after completing 68-km and had to come back 
without finishing the race, but nothing could stop him. This time he came to 
the track more prepared than last time and finished the race successfully and 
hoisted the flag of Bangladesh in a high. 

He also said that it was his dream to reach the finish line of 100-km ultra 
trail marathon of UTMB event as the first Bangladeshi and he eventually able 
to do the task.

Imamur said although he started running as a marathoner for a long time, he 
has been involved with UTMB for several years.

Imamur Rahman completed Dhaka Marathon, Phuket 100-km Ultra Marathon, Udonpit 
Run and Pattaya Marathon and Amsterdam Marathon this year after his success 
in Vietnam Ultra Trail Marathon and Portugal Super Half Series last year.

The young ultra trail marathon runner is ready to represent the country by 
participating in more international marathons, ultras and ultra trail 
marathons in the future.