'Forget your age, look at your fitness': 66-year-old retired Army officer, wife gear up to run 122 km at 17,000 feet
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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Asha and Bajrang Singh, a retired Army officer and his wife, are training for a 122‑kilometre ultra‑marathon in Ladakh that reaches elevations of up to 17,000 feet. The race, part of the Ladakh Marathon series, will take place in the high‑altitude region of Leh and Khardung La. Their goal is to complete the course despite the extreme altitude and challenging terrain, demonstrating that age is not a barrier to endurance sports.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 50% left, 50% center, 0% right.
Who is covering this story
- Left-leaning (1): The Hindu
- Center (1): Hindustan Times
Sources
- 'Forget your age, look at your fitness': 66-year-old retired Army officer, wife gear up to run 122 km at 17,000 feet — Hindustan Times (center)
- Ladakh Marathon 2026: Five runners, six races, and their tips for going the distance — The Hindu (left-leaning)