Sunmaya Budha's Sensational 2024 Trail Race Performance
Picture Credit - Asia Pacific Athlete team Facebook Cover
“9 International Trail Races, 4 Course Records, 5 Clean Wins and 6 Podiums- Exceptional, Awe-inspiring, Sensational Performace”
Nothing less than Sensational 2024, Sunmaya Budha, a prominent Nepali trail runner, has made remarkable strides in the ultra-distance running scene in 2024. Her achievements not only place her among the top international athletes but also demonstrate her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport. On 2nd November 2024, Sunmaya clean swept the victory home at China’s Tsaigu 105 km race with a course record finishing the race in impressive timing of 9 hours 32 minutes, almost 30 minutes ahead of the runner up female.
“Tsaigu another BIG step for her!”
Below is a summary of her significant race performances this year.
Race Performance Highlights 2024
Summary of Achievements
Sunmaya's performances in 2024 have been nothing short of extraordinary, with multiple course records and top placements in challenging international races. Her ability to consistently perform at such high levels across diverse terrains reflects her versatility and determination.
Her victory at the Wenling Golden Coast Trail Race was particularly significant, as she not only set a new course record but also triumphed over the world’s second-ranking female 100km runner. This win, along with her first-place finishes and record-setting performances, positions her as a leading figure in the global trail running community.
Sunmaya’s second runner up in one of the world’s toughest race in Spain - Transvulcania 80k is nothing short of exceptional as she competes with some of the World’s top athletes positioning herself and Nepal amongst the world Elite in the Mountain and Trail Running space. It was this race where her predecessor Mira Rai, got injured to a long recovery years to follow.
HIGHLIGHT PICTURES 2024 FROM ASIA PACIFIC ATHLETE TEAM Facebook page
With multiple course records and clean victories in some of the Elite race events, Sunmaya’s performance positions her as a valuable ambassador for Nepal’s position in Mountain and Trail Running landscape. The consistent support and assistance from Ryan S. Blair, Team Director Asia Pacific Adventure Athlete Team and whole team plays a crucial role in building the progressive ecosystem for Sunmaya to flourish along with her inspiring commitment and discipline.
Sunmaya is a prominent example showing true caliber of Nepali Mountain runners through consistent investment and proper support.
Nepal Trail Series is committed to support and assist the exceptional Mountain and Trail Runners in Nepal, since 2017 as per our capacity. We have provided local management support for some of the most talented trail runners besides Sunmaya. If you are curious and for any interviews or stories on trail running scene in Nepal, feel free to write to us at info@nepaltrailseries.org or watsapp +977-9808032588