Core Insights - Kailas FUGA athletes achieved significant victories at the Chiang Mai Thailand Major by UTMB World Series, with notable wins in both Men's and Women's 100K categories and a second place in Men's 100M [1][2] Group 1: Performance Highlights - Miguel ARSENIO from Portugal won the Men's 100K with a time of 09:14:20, marking an impressive debut performance [1] - Ha Thi HAU from Vietnam secured victory in the Women's 100K, finishing in 10:43:28 [1][8] - Jiaju ZHAO from China finished second in the Men's 100M with a time of 21:40:09 on a challenging course with 8,100m elevation [1] Group 2: Team Composition and Growth - Over 50 athletes participated, representing the largest number of Kailas FUGA elites and FUGA Mountain Club athletes to date, with representation from multiple countries including China, Portugal, and Vietnam [2][4] - The FUGA Mountain Club has grown from a few runners in 2017 to a global team of over 400, with women making up over 45% of the team in China [4] Group 3: Brand and Product Insights - Kailas FUGA's Powergrip footwear was highlighted for its performance on complex and wet terrain, contributing to the athletes' successes [3] - The Kailas FUGA Ex PRO trail shoes were specifically noted for their excellent grip and stability, enhancing athletes' performance during the race [3] Group 4: Future Aspirations - The global team aims to achieve a similar gender representation ratio as seen in China by 2026 [4] - Kailas FUGA continues to focus on innovation and performance, shaping the trail running industry through partnerships with professional athletes and event organizers [5]
Kailas FUGA Global Elites Win 100K at Chiang Mai Thailand by UTMB
Globenewswire·2025-12-11 18:36