Search

RUN247 / Running News / Trail Running News / Western States Champion Tom Evans impresses with another victory on home soil

Western States Champion Tom Evans impresses with another victory on home soil

Tomos Land
Staff Reporter
Updated on

2023 Western States Champion Tom Evans has been a force to be reckoned with on the cross country so far this winter, as he prepares for another big year on the trails.

The Brit, who a week ago finished second at the London International Cross Country after a sprint finish with triathlete Hugo Milner, won his second cross country title of the month this past weekend in Leamington Spa.

Taking the tape at the Midlands Counties Championships against a highly competitive field, Evans once again demonstrated his incredible prowess across all manner of terrains.

Advertisement

“Biggest year on the trails yet”

In 2023, Evans put together a masterclass in California to win the Western States 100, where the former British Army Captain became only the fifth man to finish the race in under 15 hours.

Ultra-Trail Snowdonia 50K winner Tom Evans
[Photo credit: Red Bull Content Pool]

The 31-year-old, who was also on the podium at Black Canyon Ultras and Ultra-Trail Snowdonia last year, is yet to announce his main goals for this season but appears to be in great form.

Beating 28:35 10km man Omar Ahmed by almost 15 seconds on Saturday to take the win, Evans said he plans on turning his attention to the trails and capitalising on his current cross country fitness and success.

“Another good week of work topped off with another XC race and the win. Laying the foundations to build off for what if going to be my biggest year on the trails yet.”

Tomos Land
Written by
Tomos Land
Tomos Land is a triathlon & running journalist whose expertise lies in the professional world of short course & long distance triathlon, though he also boasts an extensive knowledge of ultra-running.

Latest Running News

Jim Walmsley wins Chianti Ultra Trail by UTMB 2025 Photo credit: UTMB World Series
Why reigning champ Jim Walmsley missed Western States – and the latest on his 2025 plans
Faith Kipyegon Breaking4 Paris June 2025 photo credit Nike
Faith Kipyegon runs fastest mile EVER by a woman but misses out on ‘moonshot’ sub-four-minute bid
Kilian Jornet at GTWS Sierre Zonal
EXCLUSIVE: Ultra GOAT Kilian Jornet says Western States comeback will be one of his “biggest challenges”
Anna Troup Summer Spine Race 2025
How the 55-year-old who thought she’d never run again won ‘Britain’s most brutal race’
Heather Jackson take victory at Canyons Endurance Runs by UTMB.
Heather Jackson reveals Western States strategy – and nerves ahead of an even bigger challenge
trail running on your terms

Never miss out with our trail alerts & digest. Get a dose of adventure & inspiration with Boundless.

The 247 Group

The home of endurance sports

Share to...