Raised among cattle in southern Spain, Manuel Merillas found his passion for mountain running while tending to animals and playing in the hills as a teenager.
Despite a career-threatening Achilles injury, Merillas bounced back stronger, setting a new FKT on Mont Blanc and winning the Zegama Marathon, showcasing his prowess in trail running and mountaineering.
Merillas' childhood in the mountains instilled a deep connection with nature, guiding his path to becoming a successful ultrarunner and multisport athlete with ambitions for future victories in races like the Zegama Marathon.
His upbringing in a small village and constant interaction with the mountains since childhood embedded a lifestyle of movement and harmony with nature, reflecting his strong affinity and intrinsic bond with his environment.
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