Robin sits down with Holly Wootten, the new course record holder at the Dragon’s Back Race, Britain’s toughest multi-day mountain challenge.Holly talks us through the realities of the event, from the constantly changing Welsh terrain to the simple but testing challenges of camp life, like trying to dry kit in relentless rain.Far from being a stroke of luck, her success came from a clear plan, careful recovery, and an attention to detail that helped her stay strong day after day.We also touch on the importance of support, from her parents’ steady presence to the encouragement of friends on the course and what it really means to take on such a demanding race.This is a conversation about resilience, preparation, and the determination needed to meet one of the hardest tests in mountain running.

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