After months of careful preparation, it was all for the pursuit of one dream: completing the entire Mont Blanc race.
Although the mountains were still covered in snow, a joint training session in early June went ahead as scheduled. The breathtaking natural scenery across the rolling peaks and the thrilling yet challenging course were enough to lift anyone’s spirits. François, Julien, Miguel, and Iker all set winning this race as their goal for the season. This meant sacrificing time with family, training outdoors every day, managing their work schedules as best they could, and preparing thoroughly before the race. With proper preparation, every athlete had a chance to claim the ultimate victory.
Before the race, we had devised a fairly detailed strategy. For safety reasons, the plan was to have the four athletes tackle the cold nights together, avoiding the risk of anyone being stranded alone. We hoped to still have ample time to complete the race even after ascending Mont Cervin and even reaching the summit of Grand Col Ferret.
Although the mountains were still covered in snow, a joint training session in early June went ahead as scheduled. The breathtaking natural scenery across the rolling peaks and the thrilling yet challenging course were enough to lift anyone’s spirits. François, Julien, Miguel, and Iker all set winning this race as their goal for the season. This meant sacrificing time with family, training outdoors every day, managing their work schedules as best they could, and preparing thoroughly before the race. With proper preparation, every athlete had a chance to claim the ultimate victory.
Before the race, we had devised a fairly detailed strategy. For safety reasons, the plan was to have the four athletes tackle the cold nights together, avoiding the risk of anyone being stranded alone. We hoped to still have ample time to complete the race even after ascending Mont Cervin and even reaching the summit of Grand Col Ferret.
When we received the weather forecast, we immediately drew up a new route and informed everyone, as we couldn’t recklessly expose so many participants to extremely harsh weather conditions. But the newly proposed 100-kilometer route was rather disappointing. None of the athletes were excited about this new course. After comprehensive training and improvement, everyone was more eager to compete in another race and take on the challenge once again.
After hours of deliberation, Miguel made his decision. Having been injured and not competing in any events since May, he felt it was time to test his abilities. He needed—and truly wanted—to run. Julien pointed out that compared to 100 miles, the 100-kilometer distance was too short for him, so he chose to withdraw and focus on preparing to break the record he had set in the GR20 race last October. FranThe reality he faced was that he had no real choice, as the entire month of September after this race was the grape harvest season in the vineyards, which would cause him to miss all the subsequent competitions.
After going through emotions, issues, and doubts, it’s hard to get excited about a running event that has lost its distinctive character. But for the true self,FranMiguel and they gave their all to the race, without an ounce of regret. They maintained a brisk pace after the start, took the lead in the race, and tried to stay closely coordinated throughout. Running through Saint-Gervais-les-Bains near the Col de la Loze, surrounded by a crowd of supporters, felt absolutely wonderful. The cheers and applause extended all the way to the highest peaks of the mountains, which madeFran,.,Jonas Budd Mike Foot 35. Miguel .
FranFor him, this was a great personal victory, as he had to withdraw from the competition last year due to an injury.He is also a winemaker, so he has to find time to train whenever possible. You’ll find him busy in his own vineyard in the Beaujolais region throughout the entire grape harvest season in September. We’re certain he’ll take part in the next competition, and as always, he’ll share a carefully crafted selection of his wines with everyone, spreading the joy of good company and great wine.
About AMER SPORTS (a common typeface in Chinese, often translated as 'Song' or 'Songti') introduction
AMER SPORTS is a world-leading sports equipment brand management group that has consistently provided professional athletes and amateur sports enthusiasts with the most advanced sports technology products.Amer Sports was founded in Finland in 1950 and listed on the NASDAQ Nordic Market (NASDAQ OMX) in 1977.
From winter sports to summer sports, from indoor to outdoor activities, from individual to team sports, and for both adults and children as well as professional athletes and general sports enthusiasts, Amer Sports (also known as Yamafentiyu) is committed to providing consumers with the best athletic performance and the most enjoyable sports experience.Amer Sports (a common typeface in Chinese, often translated as 'Song' or 'Songti') brands under the group cover a wide range of sports products including tennis, badminton, golf, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, skateboarding, fitness equipment, bicycles, trail running gear, hiking equipment, and diving.Amer Sports is a top-tier global brand management company for sports equipment, offering a comprehensive product line that transcends seasonal changes and shifting sports trends, maintaining a stable leadership position in the international market.Amer Sports (commonly rendered in a Chinese typeface and sometimes translated as 'Song' or 'Songti') ensures that every brand under its umbrella enjoys outstanding professional recognition and is the brand of choice for many world champions.
AMER SPORTS has established its wholly-owned Chinese subsidiary — AMER SPORTS Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. — which is fully responsible for the marketing and sales of all AMER SPORTS brands in China, providing the highest quality products and services to business partners and consumers.
AMER SPORTS currently operates major brands directly in China, including the high-end outdoor and winter sports brand Salomon, the leading tennis and badminton brand Wilson, the fitness equipment brand Precor, and the wrist computer brand Suunto.
About the SALOMON Brand Introduction
It was established in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps.We are driven by a strong belief and passion, fully committed to the development of mountaineering and the continuous upgrading of mountaineering equipment; we strive to research and innovate, unafraid of hardships, using high technology to create unparalleled advanced gear, allowing you to roam the mountains freely and surpass yourself.
AMER SPORTS is a world-leading sports equipment brand management group that has consistently provided professional athletes and amateur sports enthusiasts with the most advanced sports technology products.Amer Sports was founded in Finland in 1950 and listed on the NASDAQ Nordic Market (NASDAQ OMX) in 1977.
From winter sports to summer sports, from indoor to outdoor activities, from individual to team sports, and for both adults and children as well as professional athletes and general sports enthusiasts, Amer Sports (also known as Yamafentiyu) is committed to providing consumers with the best athletic performance and the most enjoyable sports experience.Amer Sports (a common typeface in Chinese, often translated as 'Song' or 'Songti') brands under the group cover a wide range of sports products including tennis, badminton, golf, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, skateboarding, fitness equipment, bicycles, trail running gear, hiking equipment, and diving.Amer Sports is a top-tier global brand management company for sports equipment, offering a comprehensive product line that transcends seasonal changes and shifting sports trends, maintaining a stable leadership position in the international market.Amer Sports (commonly rendered in a Chinese typeface and sometimes translated as 'Song' or 'Songti') ensures that every brand under its umbrella enjoys outstanding professional recognition and is the brand of choice for many world champions.
AMER SPORTS has established its wholly-owned Chinese subsidiary — AMER SPORTS Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. — which is fully responsible for the marketing and sales of all AMER SPORTS brands in China, providing the highest quality products and services to business partners and consumers.
AMER SPORTS currently operates major brands directly in China, including the high-end outdoor and winter sports brand Salomon, the leading tennis and badminton brand Wilson, the fitness equipment brand Precor, and the wrist computer brand Suunto.
About the SALOMON Brand Introduction
It was established in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps.We are driven by a strong belief and passion, fully committed to the development of mountaineering and the continuous upgrading of mountaineering equipment; we strive to research and innovate, unafraid of hardships, using high technology to create unparalleled advanced gear, allowing you to roam the mountains freely and surpass yourself.
