THE much anticipated Spartan obstacle-course races were held at Bright over the weekend to the delight of more than 5000 participants and hundreds of enthusiastic spectators.
Spartan event organiser, Armando Pianese said there were 20 to 30 per cent more attendees and participants over two days compared to last year's races.
"I think we had a record number of people at this year's event," he said.
"I've been talking to the local hotels: they were fully booked and the feedback I've had from racegoers was great.
"The weekend was exceptional: Bright is a great location for us.
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"I've heard some spectators who want to be involved in the race next year.
"This was probably the best event we've held here."
A fitness enthusiast himself, Armando was able to sneak in a run over the weekend.
"I managed to do the overnight, four-hour course, which was the only one I could've done, because I was coordinating and helping out over Saturday and Sunday," he said.
Sunday saw showers cover the course, but this was no deterrent to the masses of enthusiastic runners who accepted the rainfall as a blessing as they pushed themselves to the limit.
Congratulations to all the runners and a huge pat on the back to the support staff, friends and families, organisers and sponsors for another fantastic Spartan weekend.
Spartan organisers already have their sights on next year’s race in Bright and will work together with local council and agencies to arrange another awesome weekend.
In the meantime, Spartan’s next race will be held in the Hunter Valley on March 22 and 23.
