Breaking Records: Snowbird Cirque Race Recap

At a Glance: While Utah shattered its all-time temperature record in the valley below, athletes escaped to Snowbird for another unforgettable Cirque Series showdown. Mason Coppi defended his title with a new course record, Maya Rayle captured the women's victory, and Nature's Sunshine Mountain Team athlete Jamie Brusa earned another podium finish.

 

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WHEN THE MOUNTAIN IS THE ONLY ESCAPE

 

As Salt Lake City broke weather records for hottest temperature ever officially recorded (highs of 109°F), mountain runners broke records racing across Snowbird.

 

The route climbed to Hidden Peak, traversed the rugged slopes of Mount Baldy, descended through the massive boulders of Mineral Basin, climbed through the famous Peruvian Tunnel, and finished back at the Tram Deck where music, cheering spectators, and the unmistakable energy kept things cool.

 

Cirque Series has always been about embracing big mountains. Snowbird once again delivered a challenge worthy of the athletes who showed up to take it on.

 

COPPI MAKES HISTORY

 

Somehow, despite the summer heat, Mason Coppi made one of the toughest courses on the schedule look even faster.

 

The Lakewood, Colorado native defended his Snowbird title in spectacular fashion, crossing the finish line in 1:17:34 to win back-to-back Snowbird championships while setting a brand-new course record.