(5-14-10) From USATF Press Release - The first American to cross the finish line, Scott Jurek ran an American record 266.677 km over 24 hours to claim the silver medal at the World 24-hour Run Championships in Brive, France. The previous record of 261.454 km was set back in 1999 by Mark Goodale.
Michael Henze was the second American across the line, finishing 12th with 248.615 km and Serge Arbona finished 21st with 242.176 km. Their performances helped the men of Team USA secure the bronze medal position on the podium.
Also competing for Team USA were Phil McCarthy (32nd - 230.522 km), John Geesler (103rd - 174.938 km), and Dan Rose (125th - 146.893).
On the women's side, Anna Piskorka was the top American on the day, finishing 10th with 214.417 km. Just behind her was Deb Horn in 14th with 207.825 km, and Suzanna Bon in 17th with 203.287 km. Amy Palmiero-Winters was 19th (199.544 km), Jamie Donaldson was 26th (194.106 km), and Jill Perry finished 69th (129.339 km). Team USA's women finished fourth overall.
For more information and complete results, visit www.24h-brive.fr.
