The 2025 Spartan Ultra World Championship descended on Morzine-Avoriaz for a weekend that will go down as one of the most iconic events in Spartan history.
Nestled in the French Alps near the Switzerland border, Morzine, with its jagged peaks and sweeping alpine views, proved to be the perfect battleground for elite racers from across the globe. With around 11,000 athletes taking on Ultra, Beast, Super, Sprint, Trifecta, and Kids races, this was more than a championship—it was a festival of grit, glory, and global Spartan spirit. The weather held strong for most of the weekend, with blazing heat Friday and Saturday pushing racers to their limits before a Sunday downpour added drama to the final sprints.
How the 2025 Spartan Ultra World Championship Forged Legends
The ULTRA World Championship delivered fireworks. Italy’s Luca Pescollderungg defended his title with a jaw-dropping 6:25:18, cementing his place as the world’s top Ultra Spartan. In one of the biggest surprises of the weekend, Leslie Lejeune of France stunned the field and secured her name in Spartan history with a commanding 8:02:15 finish on home soil. The mountains demanded everything—and these champions answered.
Men’s Elite Ranking
Luca Pescollderungg 🇮🇹 Time: 6:25:18
Ryan Atkins 🇨🇦 Time: 6:29:03
Antoine Freymond 🇨🇭 Time: 6:35:48
Women’s Elite Ranking
Leslie Lejeune 🇫🇷 Time: 8:02:20
Andrea Berquez 🇬🇧 Time: 8:19:50
Sandi Menchi Abahan 🇵🇭 Time: 8:44:27
From Parade to Podium: Celebrating The Global Spirit of A Championship Event
The Weekend officially kicked off with an inspiring and vibrant Opening Ceremony. Athletes from around the globe proudly participated in the thrilling Nations Parade, marching shoulder-to-shoulder, guided by a spirited band whose music echoed through the Alps. This powerful display of unity immediately set the stage, highlighting the profound sense of global community that defines Spartan racing. The energy culminated in a celebratory Awards Ceremony, recognizing the incredible achievements and sheer perseverance of every competitor, and crowning the Top Elite athletes who conquered the formidable challenges of Morzine-Avoriaz.
Relive Every Second
From the brutal vertical climbs of the Ultra to the photo finishes of the Beast, Morzine-Avoriaz delivered a weekend for the history books. The sheer scale. The dramatic alpine vistas. The unrelenting heart. It was everything the Spartan Ultra World Championship stands for.
Watch Morzine Race Recap
The performances were nothing short of world-class: Richard Hynek (CZE) and Espen Berget (NOR) crossed the Beast finish side-by-side, sharing a time of 2:35:18, while Jezabel Kremer (FRA) led a dominant local performance in the Super. Gregory Basilico (FRA) crushed the men’s Super with a blazing 54:26, while Katrine Haaland Leverås (NOR) walked away with dual podiums in the Beast and Super. From the seasoned elites to first-time finishers and kids tackling their first obstacles, Morzine delivered a championship worthy of the crown—a weekend defined by sweat, triumph, and the relentless pursuit of greatness.
Morzine Returns in 2026
Morzine will once again host the Ultra World Championships alongside a full Trifecta weekend. Grab your spot now as this event will sell out fast.
