people are talking about this 10 mile race as if it's a mile or a even a 5k. maybe in a sprint or low mid-distance, an athlete that is not a pro trail/mountain runner might have a chance. once that much endurance is involved, there is maybe one in a million athletes who aren't trail/mountain runners who would stand an even remote chance in this event.
nordic skiiers, sure. but that's basically the same thing. boxers, and the typical green beret? as impressive as they are\, for 10 miles, no f@$@ing way.