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Houston Withdraws at 78km, Citing Emotional Exhaustion

9/1/2026

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New Zealand ultrarunner Houston withdrew at 78 km, citing emotional exhaustion.
The 2026 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc recorded a 30% DNF rate.
The 2025 edition, run in rain and wind, had a 35.8% DNF rate.
Ultramarathon attrition typically ranges from 15% to 40% depending on conditions.
Record-breaking ultrarunner Damian Hall withdrew from the 2022 Spine race near 180 miles because of sharp groin pain.

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Story summary

New Zealand ultrarunner Houston withdrew at 78 km, citing emotional exhaustion.
The 2026 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc recorded a 30% DNF rate.
The 2025 edition, run in rain and wind, had a 35.8% DNF rate.
Ultramarathon attrition typically ranges from 15% to 40% depending on conditions.
Record-breaking ultrarunner Damian Hall withdrew from the 2022 Spine race near 180 miles because of sharp groin pain.