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.
UTMB Index
924
Birth Date
February 3, 1992
Birth Place
London, United Kingdom
Hometown
Loughborough, United Kingdom
Sponsor
Red Bull, Adidas Terrex
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)
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
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