Chasing limits at 4,600m: The race across Siguniang Mountain

The 2026 Kailas Ultra Tour Mt. Siguniang wrapped up on November 7, bringing together 2,750 runners for an epic mountain challenge. With five race distances, an average course altitude of above 3,600 meters and the highest point exceeding 4,600 meters, the race pushed athletes to their limits amid the spectacular autumn scenery of southwest China. The event also marked the first edition since Siguniang Mountain was designated a UNESCO Global Geopark, celebrating the region's extraordinary natural beauty and growing appeal as an outdoor sports destination.