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The UTMB Lottery Results Are Here: Is This Your Year to Take On Mont Blanc?

Today's the day many find out whether they will check off their bucket list race!

It’s that magical time of year again—the UTMB Mont Blanc lottery results are out today! If you’ve thrown your hat into the ring for one of the world’s most legendary trail races, it’s time to cross your fingers, check your inbox, and see if you’ve secured your golden ticket. Will 2025 be the year you tackle one of the toughest but most awe-inspiring challenges in the trail running world?

Now, Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (aka UTMB) isn’t just a race; it’s the race. Taking place every year in late August, UTMB is a week-long trail-running festival centered around the Mont Blanc massif, straddling France, Italy, and Switzerland.

Over 10,000 runners (including the best of the best) gather to compete in seven epic events, each giving participants stunning alpine views, grueling climbs, and a finish line vibe that can only be described as electric.

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UTMB Mont Blanc is a bucket list race that has something for everyone—well, as long as you like your races long and mountainous.

The crown jewel of the event is the UTMB, a 171km race with 10,000m of elevation gain that circles the entire Mont Blanc massif, crossing into all three of France, Italy, and Switzerland. It’s a brutal yet rewarding experience, offering unparalleled views and the ultimate sense of accomplishment. The CCC, at 100km with 6,100m of elevation gain, is the second-longest race and is often considered the “gateway” to the UTMB itself. The shortest of the three big races at UTMB week is OCC, which is a 55km route with 3,500m of climbing.

More adventurous runners might take on the TDS, a rugged and technical 145-kilometer course with 9,100 meters of elevation gain. The PTL, a non-competitive 300-kilometer team event, is an alpine expedition like no other. For locals, volunteers, and UTMB partners, the MCC is a 40-kilometer race to give you a taste of the UTMB vibes. And let’s not forget the YCC, a 15-kilometer race for young and fresh trail runners aged 14 to 22.

Want to learn more about UTMB? Read: Complete Guide to UTMB: Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc Ultramarathon

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Getting into UTMB isn’t as simple as signing up. Entry is determined by a lottery system, where hopeful runners must accumulate “Running Stones” by participating in qualifying races. The more Running Stones you have, the better your chances of being selected, but luck still plays a big part. If you didn’t make the cut this year, don’t sweat it. UTMB is all about persistence, and there’s always next year—or one of UTMB’s qualifying events around the world to keep you going in the meantime.

Want to learn more about how to qualify? Read: How To Qualify for UTMB: Race Series + Running Stones System, Explained

For those who woke up to good news and secured their spot, congratulations! It’s time to start planning your adventure. Training is key, and with months to go, now is the perfect time to build a solid plan. Hill repeats, long runs, and technical terrain should become staples in your routine.

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Gear preparation is equally important. UTMB’s mandatory gear list, which includes items like waterproof jackets and water bottles, is no joke (you could get disqualified without these!). And don’t forget to sort out your travel plans. Chamonix, the heart of UTMB week, gets incredibly busy during race season, so book your accommodation and flights as soon as possible.

There’s nothing quite like UTMB. From the deafening cheers in Chamonix’s streets to the quiet, reflective moments high in the mountains, this race is a reminder of what makes trail running, well, trail running.

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Jessy Carveth

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Jessy has been active her whole life, competing in cross-country, track running, and soccer throughout her undergrad. She pivoted to road cycling after completing her Bachelor of Kinesiology with Nutrition from Acadia University. Jessy is currently a professional road cyclist living and training in Spain.

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