Supermaratona Cidade de Rio Grande

One of the few ultramarathons in Brazil, the Supermaratona Cidade de Rio Grande - a 50k (31 miles) race - had its 9th edition on February 17. 

This singular race passes through the historic city of Rio Grande and, to make things "easier", the last 5 miles are covered on the sand of the beach.

Photo: www.arcorriogrande-rs.com.br

Supermaratona Cidade de Rio Grande
Photo: www.arcorriogrande-rs.com.br

The field of 259 runners started that challenger race early in the morning (picture at right) in order to prevent  the hot weather. The winners were Claudir Rodrigues in 2:49:37 and Maria Salete Herold in 3:31:34.