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Robbie Simpson | 2022 Ultra Trail Cape Town Pre-Race Interview

Nov 20, 2022

16:40

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Robbie Simpson is a professional trail runner for Adidas Terrex based in Banchory, Scotland preparing for the 2022 Ultra Trail Cape Town 55K.

Timestamps:

(0:41) - training opportunities in northeast Scotland
(1:45) - thoughts on pro athlete lifestyle
(2:27) - whether there's a training and racing formula for the Golden Trail Series
(4:02) - toughest competitors he's ever faced
(6:01) - whether you can race these distances purely off fitness or whether mental toughness is needed
(7:24) - interests in Ultra Trail Cape Town
(8:42) - thoughts on race series
(9:39) - preparation for Cape Town
(12:54) - if and when he'll move up in distance in the sport

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