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Gaines and Smith claim titles at 10th annual Eliminator race

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 10:33 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

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Summary

On August 10, 2026, the 10th annual Eliminator took place on Joplin's Frisco Greenway, featuring 150 endurance athletes. Participants faced 17 rounds of 3-mile laps under challenging heat conditions, with 11 advancing to the final round. Mason Gaines won the men's division for the second consecutive year, clocking 18:35, while Katie Smith triumphed in the women's division in her first Eliminator, finishing her final lap in 22:40. The event also raised over $1,500 for scholarships and was notable for its largest participation number, increasing from 110 athletes in the previous year.

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By the Numbers

•Mason Gaines won the men's division for the second straight year.
•Katie Smith claimed victory in her debut Eliminator race.
•Participants ranged from 14 to 77 years old, demonstrating wide appeal.
•The event raised over $1,500 for scholarships for high school runners.
•Eleven athletes qualified for the final after completing 48 miles.

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On a scorching Saturday, 150 endurance athletes and elite runners tested themselves during the 10th annual Eliminator along Joplin's Frisco Greenway. Despite the heat, the field was the largest ever for the event, sponsored by TNT, an increase from 110 athletes last year. Participants began at 6:30 a.m., running the first of a possible 17 3-mile rounds. Those back to the finish line before a ...
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