Draft:Biggest Little Ultra

The Biggest Little Ultra is the umbrella name for two ultramarathon events held at Sparks Marina in Sparks, Nevada. The races follow different format. The annual Biggest Little Ultra offers multiple distance and timed options, including 50-mile and 100-mile fixed-distance races, as well as 6-hour, 12-hour, 24-hour, and 48-hour fixed-time races. The event was founded and is directed by ultrarunner Todd Leigh.

History The inaugural Biggest Little Ultra was held October 10-12, 2025, at Sparks Marina in Sparks, Nevada.[1][2] The event was created with the goal of bringing more runners and walkers into ultrarunning by offering accessible entry points alongside traditional ultra distances.[3]

The race was mentioned in Ultra Running Magazine's "Ultra Weekend Recap" for October 12, 2025, alongside other notable ultramarathons held that weekend.[4]

A second race, the Sparks Backyard Ultra, was added to the Biggest Little Ultra family of races and is scheduled to debut on June 20, 2026.[3]

Course and Format The Biggest Little Ultra features a 2-mile (3.2 km) paved loop course around Sparks Marina with minimal elevation gain of 29 feet.[5] The flat, lighted course allows runners to compete safely throughout the day and night without requiring headlamps.[3][5]

Race Options The event offers both fixed-distance and fixed-time race formats: Fixed-Distance Races:

50 miles 100 miles

Fixed-Time Races:

6 hours 12 hours 24 hours 48 hours

Additionally, a 6-person relay option is available for the 12-hour distance.[5] The race begins on Friday morning at 9:00 AM, with additional 6-hour, 12-hour, and 24-hour races starting Saturday at 9:00 AM for participants who cannot arrive on Friday.[5] The 48-hour, 100-mile, and 50-mile races conclude on Sunday at 9:00 AM.[5]

2025 Inaugural Race Results The 2025 inaugural event attracted runners ranging in age from 22 to 82.[6] Notable Performances 100-Mile Race:

Men's winner: Kyle Vonderwerth, 23:06 Women's winner: Jenny Weaver, 24:58

50-Mile Race:

Men's winner: Naythan Diaz, 10:37 Women's winner: Eva Chen, 11:58

48-Hour Race:

Top male distance: Marc Sanderson, 182.9 miles[6] Top female distance: Terri Gray, 86.6 miles[6]

24-Hour Race:

Top male distance: Josue Rodriguez, 84.7 miles[6] Top female distance: Linda Mcfadden, 59.7 miles[6]

12-Hour Race:

Top male distance: Sam Sorbo, 53.9 miles[6] Top female distance: Joan Lamayo-Buse, 44.3 miles[6]

6-Hour Race:

Top male distance: Jordan Fitts, 30.8 miles[6] Top female distance: Jordan Clements-Fitts, Elida Ortega, and Robin Tait (tied), 23.1 miles[6]

Race Director Todd Leigh, the founder and race director of the Biggest Little Ultra, is an experienced ultrarunner with over 80 ultra-distance race finishes recorded in the UltraRunning Magazine database.[7][8] Leigh created the event with an emphasis on inclusivity, stating that the race welcomes both first-time ultrarunners and elite athletes.[3]

Venue The race is held at Sparks Marina, a former gravel quarry that has been converted into a recreational area located at 300 Howard Drive in Sparks, Nevada.[5] The marina is situated minutes from Reno-Tahoe International Airport and features amenities including beaches, a dog park, fishing pier, and a paved walking path around the water.[5] The venue's proximity to hotels and accessibility make it a convenient location for both local and traveling participants.

Charitable Component A portion of race proceeds benefits Liberty Dogs, a nonprofit organization that trains service dogs for disabled veterans.[3]

References [1] "Ultra Weekend Recap — October 12, 2025". Ultra Running Magazine. October 13, 2025. Retrieved December 13, 2025. [2] "2025 Sparks Biggest Little Ultra Results". UltraSignup. Retrieved December 13, 2025. [3] "HOME | Biggest Little Ultra". www.biggestlittleultra.com. Retrieved December 13, 2025. [4] "Ultra Weekend Recap — October 12, 2025". Ultra Running Magazine. October 13, 2025. [5] "ULTRA RACE INFO | Biggest Little Ultra". www.biggestlittleultra.com. Retrieved December 13, 2025. [6] "2025 Biggest Little Ultra Race Results Recap". www.biggestlittleultra.com. Retrieved December 13, 2025. [7] "Todd Leigh's Race Results". UltraRunning Magazine. Retrieved December 13, 2025. [8] "Todd Leigh's Results". UltraSignup. Retrieved December 13, 2025.

External Links Official website Race results on UltraSignup Race listing on UltraRunning Magazine


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