ckf Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 March 12 (Reuters) - Musher Dallas Seavey became the first six-time champion of the grueling Iditarod sled-dog race on Tuesday in the 52nd annual running of the event in Alaska, event officials said. Seavey overcame not only the brutal Alaska elements, but just two days into the race was forced to shoot a moose that "became entangled" with his team of dogs on the trail. "Dallas has proven his ability to overcome adversity on multiple occasions and this historic win is the embodiment of his professionalism, strength and full exemplary dog care," Rob Urbach, the chief executive of the Iditarod, said in a written statement. Seavey finished in nine days, two hours, 16 minutes and eight seconds, the Iditarod's statement said. For his victory, Seavey will win the largest percentage of a $500,000 purse. The rest of the field will continue the race until the last person crosses the finish line and wins the "red lantern" award for demonstrating perseverance. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/seavey-overcomes-moose-encounter-wins-alaskas-52nd-annual-iditarod-2024-03-13/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mag6240 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 Wow - came upon 3 moose on the trail just yesterday. I was happy to see them high step it up the hill into the trees as we came to a stop on the sleds. No time for a pic which was actually comforting… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 That's cool!! Mountain Men Alaska has a dude training for that race and it's awesome to watch the teams work. Next year they should send a Polaris Factory rider to clear the trail of moose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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