The Freetrail Podcast with Dylan Bowman Tom Evans | 2025 UTMB Champion Post-Race Interview
Sep 5, 2025
Tom Evans, a pro runner for Asics and the 2025 UTMB champion, shares his inspiring post-race reflections. He discusses the importance of passion and effective race management, sprinkled with humorous tales of balancing victory and fatherhood. Tom dives into the tactical maneuvers required in ultramarathons, including dealing with challenging weather and the vital role of emotional support. He also highlights the significance of teamwork in elite athletics and describes his new partnership with ASICS, marking an exciting chapter in his career.
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Performance Comes From Loving The Sport
- Loving the sport restored Tom's performance by removing pressure and unlocking consistency.
- Genuine smiles and fun in training and racing acted as a measurable performance enhancer for him.
Avoid Forcing The Win
- Do avoid making winning the sole focus because forcing the win often leads to mistakes and poorer execution.
- Plan to extract every ounce of performance but keep process-focused goals like fueling and pacing to stay effective.
Buddied Up Through Howling Weather
- Tom, Ben Demon and John Albin repeatedly checked on each other in howling conditions to prioritise safety over time.
- They used simple five-minute verbal check-ins while running with hoods up and minimal conversation.