Lucky crowned winner of Delta Backyard Ultra

BLAIRGOWRIE – After a tough 190km Lucky Miya was made winner in the Delta Backyard Ultra.

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October 28, 2021

Participants compete in the Delta Backyard Ultra. Photo: Supplied

Lucky Miya completed the longest distance in the recent Delta Backyard Ultra, which drew crowds of running enthusiasts on October 23.

The rules of the race state that competitors must consecutively run a distance of 6 706 metres (a yard) in less than one hour. Once competitors finished their yard, they could then use the remaining time within the hour to recover and fuel for the next yard. This is done until there is one last finisher, which this year was Miya.

Strong contenders, Gary Cooper and Lucky Miya. Photo: Supplied

The Delta Backyard Ultra attracted many runners from the local community and beyond. Photo: Supplied

Just because one is running, doesn’t mean one can’t smile for the camera. Photo: Supplied

He duelled with Gary Cooper for a full 28 hours (roughly 190km). They started their journey at 7:00, and by 21:00 they were the last two participants standing. Both men exceeded their personal expectations Cooper and Miya both and previous longest distances run (Cooper, 100km and Miya, 117km).