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Loughborough, United KingdomBorn February 3, 1992Sponsor Red Bull, Adidas Terrex
UTMB 924ITRA 937Wins 10Podiums 19

A former British Army Captain turned professional ultrarunner, Tom Evans embodies resilience and tactical racing. After making headlines with his 3rd place finish at the 2017 Marathon des Sables (the highest placing British runner at that time), Evans has become one of the world's elite ultra-distance athletes. His journey to UTMB glory was marked by perseverance—after DNFs in 2023 and 2024, he finally claimed the coveted title in 2025, battling brutal weather conditions on a shortened course. Known for his patient, strategic approach to racing and his signature victory salute, Evans represents a new generation of British ultrarunners competing at the highest level globally.

Upcoming Races

2026
2 races
126km
6,764m+
Gran Canaria, Spain
161km
10,000m+
Colorado

Race Results

2025
3 races3 wins
1st
174km
9,900m+
19:18:58
1st
110km
6,250m+
12:32:20
1stCR
80km
2,271m+
6:54:40
Course record - first sub-7 hour finish
2024
3 races
DNF
173.3km
9,525m+
2nd
122.3km
5,857m+
12:00:45
3rd
73km
4,350m+
07:05:17
2023
4 races2 wins
DNF
171km
9,963m+
1st
159.9km
5,610m+
14:40:22
1st
Ultra-Trail Snowdonia/UTS 50K
May 13
55km
3,300m+
05:27:11
2nd
99.9km
1,720m+
07:37:40
2022
3 races2 wins
3rd
170.3km
10,050m+
20:34:35
1st
82.3km
4,780m+
08:46:35
1st
61.8km
2,430m+
05:10:39
2020
1 race1 win
1st
102.6km
3,790m+
08:03:29
2019
1 race
3rd
160.7km
5,360m+
14:59:44

Career Highlights

Made professional ultrarunning debut in 2017 with podium finish at Marathon des Sables
Won CCC (UTMB's 100k race) in 2018, defeating elite international field
Continued to develop as athlete through varied race calendar across Europe and USA
Claimed Western States 100 title in 2023 with 4th fastest time in race history
Battled disappointment with consecutive UTMB DNFs in 2023 and 2024
Secured podium finishes at Transvulcania and Lavaredo in 2024 while preparing for UTMB
Finally achieved UTMB victory in 2025 after years of heartbreak, conquering snow, sleet, and brutal weather
Became father during 2025 season, citing changed outlook on racing and life balance

Key Achievements

UTMB Winner (2025) - 19:18:58 (Weather-shortened course)
UTMB 3rd Place (2022) - 20:34:35
Western States 100 Winner (2023) - 14:40:00 (4th fastest time ever)
Western States 100 3rd Place (2019) - 14:59:44
CCC Winner (2018) - 10:44:32
MIUT 85 Winner (2022) - 8:46:35
Transgrancanaria Advanced Winner (2022) - 5:10:39
Tarawera Ultramarathon Winner (2020) - 8:03:29
The Coastal Challenge Winner (2018) - Overall victory
World Trail Championships 3rd Place (2018) - Bronze Medal
Marathon des Sables 3rd Place (2017) - Highest placing British runner at the time
Ultra-Trail Snowdonia 50K Winner (2023)
Tenerife Bluetrail Winner (2025)
Arc of Attrition 50 Winner (2025)
Black Canyon Ultras 2nd Place (2023)
Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2nd Place (2024)
Transvulcania 3rd Place (2024)

Notable Traits

Former British Army Captain who transitioned to professional trail running in 2017
Attended Eastbourne College (Wargrave House, 2005-10)
Known for patient, tactical racing style and strategic execution
Overcame back-to-back UTMB DNFs (2023, 2024) to win in 2025
Coached by elite Norwegian runners Yngvild Kaspersen and Toni McCann
Created Vert.run training program for racing 100k distances
Sponsored by Red Bull and Adidas Terrex
Based in Loughborough, traditional home of British athletics excellence
Has competed in and excelled at both mountain ultras and desert racing
Recognizable for his post-race victory salute—raising right hand with sunglasses off