Travelling aboard an icebreaker from Longyearbyen, competitors arrived at the Geographic North Pole. Polar specialists established a safe course, guarded by Polar Bears. The marathon commenced at 08:48 CEST, with runners facing poor visibility and strong winds. Oleg Polyntsev from Britain finished first with a time of 3:43:25, while Becca Pizzi from the US set a women's record at 4:46:26. Additionally, a team of five runners, including two septuagenarians, achieved a Guinness World Record during this event.
The marathon began at 08:48 CEST, with runners battling poor visibility and biting winds.
Britain's Oleg Polyntsev claimed victory in 3:43:25, while Becca Pizzi of the US set a new women's record at 4:46:26.
A team of 5 runners, including two septuagenarian, also secured a Guinness World Record.
Competitors reached the Geographic North Pole after several days at sea, protected at its perimeter by Polar Bear guards.
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