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Natalie Dau Completes 1,000km Ultramarathon in 12 Days, Sets Record

52-year-old ultrarunner Natalie Dau overcame extreme conditions and raised significant funds for charity during her grueling journey from Thailand to Singapore.

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Natalie Dau during her run from Thailand to Singapore

Overview

  • Natalie Dau completed a 1,000km ultramarathon in 12 days, setting a Singapore record and awaiting Guinness certification.
  • She faced extreme heat, injuries, and physical exhaustion but persevered to raise over $50,000 for the charity GRLS.
  • Dau's journey highlighted the mental and physical challenges of ultrarunning and aims to inspire women and older individuals to push their limits.
  • Her team provided critical support, ensuring safety and logistics were handled throughout the run.
  • Despite the immense toll on her body, Dau found the adventure and experience worthwhile, questioning if she would undertake such a challenge again.