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Press Release from Julie Thomas:

The Namibia 24 hour Ultra Race has just finished and we are delighted to announce the winners:

1. Thomas Maguire, 17 hours, 15 minutes - who is already a record holder of the North Pole Marathon (2007) so now adds one of the hottest marathons to his list of achievements!

2. Andrew McMenemy, 21 hours, 40 minutes

3. Joakim (Rolf) Jonsson, 22 hours, 24 minutes - who has never run a marathon before!

4. Kenneth Dunne, 23 hours, 22 minutes

4. Alan Logue, 23 hours, 22 minutes

6. William May, 23 hours, 26 minutes

7. Pete Holdgate, 23 hours, 39 minutes

7. Bill Martin, 23 hours, 39 minutes

9. Chris McCarthy, DNF

Picture: Tom Maguire, coming into check point 3, (62km) (c)Across the Divide Expeditions

The 120km route traversed gravel plains framed by distant ridges and mountains, running past dramatic upheavals of granite inselbergs. All participants remained self sufficient over the 24 hour period, carrying all their own food and equipment - although water was provided at every checkpoint (every 20/21km). Eight runners completed the race.

All runners thought the race was very well organised, a great route and one of the toughest challenges ever. “It was hot, it was hard, it was awesome! A true adventure! This is a MUST for individuals who wish to test their limits on physical and mental endurance”. Pete Holdgate, who finished in joint 7th place.

The Namibia Ultra Race is part of a new series of running events launched by Across the Divide. Steve Clark, from Across the Divide and an ultra marathon runner himself explains: “These races are designed to attract the attention of experienced marathon runners, charity fundraisers and charitable organisations, our adventure series can help gain the interest of sponsors by being out of the ordinary. ”
If you were unable to be a part of the London Marathon this weekend, then why not join us in either the Iceland Ultra and Taj Mahal Marathons, later on in the year.

For further information call us on 01460 30456 or visit www.adventure-racing.org for further details.

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Notes for editors:

Across the Divide have been running charity and corporate challenges for over 10 years. They set up the adventure race series to offer a different experience for those wishing to take the challenge of running a marathon to the next level. The company is based in Dorset and employs 13 people. The other races this year are the Iceland Ultra Marathon 10th - 14th July 2008 and the Taj Mahal Marathon 18th - 23rd September 2008. The Namibia Ultra marathon will run again in April 2009 Dates TBC.

For bookings contact: Susan McDonagh, susan@acrossthedivide.com or call 01460 30456

For Press contact: Julie Thomas, Julie@acrossthedivide.com or call 01460 30456

Julie Thomas

Marketing Manager

Across the Divide Expeditions
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