Reunion Tower Hosts Third Race of the WFGT Towerrunning Challenge 2026

avril 27, 2026

The iconic Tour de la Réunion welcomed athletes on April 25 for the third race of the WFGT Towerrunning Challenge 2026.

Following exciting events in Barcelona and Tallinn, the series continued in Dallas with the thrilling “Dash to the Deck,” challenging participants to climb 837 stairs to the famous GeO-Deck.

With 60 finishers (35 men and 25 women), the race delivered a strong and competitive atmosphere in the heart of Texas.

Résultats des courses

Congratulations to the winners:

Men’s podium
🥇 Joseph Startz – 06:13.0
🥈 Rhett Rodabaugh – 07:05.5
🥉 Victor Nieves – 07:24.8

Women’s podium
🥇 Stephanie Hardy – 07:18.5
🥈 Oanh La – 07:32.1
🥉 Miriam Diaz – 09:13.2

Age Group Winners

Age 1–18
• Jonathan Stoup (1st)
• Nathaniel Stoup (2nd)
• Maranda Basey (3rd)

Age 19–29
• Radames Diaz‑Griffet (1st)
• Brandon Howe (2nd)
• Gavin Campbell (3rd)
• Nia Gibbs‑Francis (1st – female)
• Emily Foran (2nd – female)
• Daniela Gonzalez (3rd – female)

Age 30–39
• Emmanuel Moore (1st)
• Angel Vega (2nd)
• Anthony Nguyen (3rd)
• Vianca Nuno (1st – female)
• Maggie Langford (2nd – female)
• Kylie Yonge (3rd – female)

Age 40–49
• Joey Biediger (1st)
• Krystian Piechocki (2nd)
• Efren Zavala (3rd)
• Maranda Basey (1st – female)
• Rebecca Stoup (2nd – female)
• Jenny Patton (3rd – female)

Age 50–59
• Stephen Coyne (1st)
• Stephen Coyne (2nd)
• Shawn Bailey (3rd)
• Shannon Krause (1st – female)

Age 60–69
• John Shero (1st)
• Audrey Stansbury (1st – female)
• Sandra Vega (2nd – female)
• Nancy Adams (3rd – female)

Age 70–98
• Bruce Gilbert (1st)
• Marsha Oloughlin (1st – female)
• Susan Moger (2nd – female)

Sport with a Purpose

Beyond the competition, the event also supported the American Lung Association, and its mission to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, adding an important charitable dimension to the race.

With 90 cents of every dollar going directly to education, research, and advocacy, the initiative combines athletic challenge with meaningful impact. The organization also holds a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar.

So far, more than $14,000 has been raised to support this important cause. You can still make a donation here.

What’s Next?

The WFGT Towerrunning Challenge 2026 brings together iconic towers and athletes across the globe, encouraging participants to take the stairs and push their limits in unique urban environments.

The challenge now moves to the Taipei 101, where the next race will take place on May 9.

Stay tuned as the WFGT Towerrunning Challenge continues to climb new heights! 🔥🏙️

Fédération mondiale des grandes tours

La WFGT a été fondée en 1989 en tant qu'organisation à but non lucratif et présente les grandes tours du monde, qui sont devenues des symboles de leurs villes.