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The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman
TROY Recap, Honorable Mentions, & Athlete Free Agency Update
Jan 12, 2025
Corrine Malcolm, a trail running expert and analyst, joins to dissect the latest in trail running accolades and athlete movements. They analyze the Trail Runner of the Year results, highlighting representation and potential biases. Discussions include Courtney Dauwalter's contract extension, major athletes switching teams, and the dynamics of athlete independence. The challenges of athlete rankings and sponsorship tensions in the wake of doping allegations are also explored, offering a thrilling glimpse into the evolving world of trail running.
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- The podcast discusses the significant increase in participation for the Trail Runner of the Year voting, raising concerns regarding American bias in the results.
- The hosts highlight the importance of recognizing both short-distance specialists and big race victors, showcasing a diversification in the trail running community.
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The discussion centers on the results of the Trail Runner of the Year voting, highlighting increased participation with about 1,700 voters this year, marking a significant rise from previous years. The voting process aims for global distance-agnostic representation among athletes, yet there are underlying concerns regarding American bias in the selections. A noteworthy result includes the first appearance of a short-distance specialist, Al Hussein, winning Trail Runner of the Year, showcasing a shift in recognition towards various racing distances. The hosts emphasize the challenge of narrowing selections to just ten, with a blend of veteran athletes and breakout stars in the top spots.
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