Phil Gore

Phil Gore

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Phil Gore is a remarkable West Australian firefighter and endurance runner, celebrated for his incredible stamina and determination. Recently crowned the Backyard Ultra World Champion in Tennessee, he completed a staggering 764km over nearly five days, showcasing his exceptional abilities in one of the toughest endurance competitions. Gore has previously set a world record in the same format and has been recognized as the Australian Ultra & Trail Runners Association's male ultrarunner of the year. His journey reflects not just his physical endurance but also his passion for pushing limits, making him a prominent figure in the world of ultra-running.

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The men’s world record is 119 laps, set by Australian Phil Gore.

Elite backyard ultra coming to Hawke’s Bay; may threaten world record
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New ZealandNew Zealand· 2026-09-19
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Phil Gore won the Backyard Ultra World Championship thanks to Ivo Steyaert's decision to drop out.

Michael Ohler und seine Grenzen
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2026-06-30
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Phil Gore is a world champion and world record holder in Backyard Ultra, completing almost 800 kilometers in five days.

Der Australier Phil Gore läuft manchmal fast 800 km weit
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2025-12-03
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Phil Gore is the world champion of the Backyard Ultra, having completed 114 yards and nearly 764 kilometers in 114 hours.

Rundenduell im Backyard Ultra – Wettkampf bis zum Umfallen
Neue Zürcher Zeitung·SwitzerlandSwitzerland· 2025-10-26
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Phil Gore won the Backyard Ultra World Championship in Tennessee after running 764km over five days.

No time for sleep or a shower: endurance runner covers 764km over five gruelling days to win world title | Sport
The Guardian·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-24
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