B.C. man becomes first Canadian to conquer infamous Barkley MarathonsAn infamous 160-km race in a dense forest, with elevated terrain and odd customs, has eluded many runners. But this year, Ihor Verys became the first Canadian to complete, and win, the race. 'The body achieves what the mind believes,' he said of the win.
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B.C. man becomes first Canadian to conquer infamous Barkley Marathons