Uy makes history as first Filipina Ultraman WC finisher

MANILA, Philippines, December 9 ------ Many are called, but few are chosen.” In the world of ultradistance racing, this isn’t just a saying – it’s a warning. The Ultraman World Championship exists to break even the toughest athletes. Over the weekend in Hawaii, Jennifer Tan Uy proved she was unbreakable, becoming the first Filipina to finish the Ultraman World Championship.

“When I crossed the finish line, I wanted the world to see that Filipinos can,” said Uy, her voice carrying the exhaustion of enduring 320 miles (515kms) across three brutal days. “This milestone is for the Philippines. It is a symbol of what Filipinos can do.” Held on the Big Island, the Ultraman is one of the most punishing ultra-endurance triathlons on earth: 515 kilometers through open water, unforgiving bike climbs and a soul-crushing run.

Source: philstar.com