Aurélien Sanchez sets record on Pacific Crest Trail
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 10:16 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
On July 23, 2026, French ultrarunner Aurélien Sanchez completed the 2,600-mile Pacific Crest Trail from the U.S.-Mexico border to Canada in approximately 45 days and 15 hours, surpassing the previous record of 46 days, 12 hours, and 50 minutes set by Karel Sabbe in 2023. Sanchez's journey began on June 7, and he achieved an average of over 59 miles per day in the final weeks of his trek. Despite enduring severe foot pain and exhaustion, Sanchez pushed through with the assistance of friends who supported him along the route. His record will be verified by FastestKnownTime.com, which requires a submission of tracking and verification materials before official certification.
- •Aurélien Sanchez completed the Pacific Crest Trail in about 45 days and 15 hours.
- •The previous record was held by Karel Sabbe since 2023.
- •Sanchez maintained a rigorous pace, averaging over 59 miles daily in the final stretch.
- •He faced physical challenges, including severe foot pain during the attempt.
- •Verification of his record will occur through FastestKnownTime.com.
- 10:16 PMYahoo Sports — This ultrarunner just broke the speed record on the Pacific Crest Trail
"After completing the equivalent of back-to-back marathons daily for a month and a half, an ultrarunner has claimed a fastest known time on one of the country's premier wilderness trails.
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