"The marathon began at 08:48 CEST, with runners battling poor visibility and biting winds."
"Britain's Oleg Polyntsev claimed victory in 3:43:25, while Becca Pizzi of the US set a new women's record at 4:46:26."
"A team of 5 runners, including two septuagenarian, also secured a Guinness World Record."
"Competitors reached the Geographic North Pole after several days at sea, protected at its perimeter by Polar Bear guards."
Travelling aboard an icebreaker from Longyearbyen, competitors arrived at the Geographic North Pole. Polar specialists established a safe course, guarded by Polar Bears. The marathon commenced at 08:48 CEST, with runners facing poor visibility and strong winds. Oleg Polyntsev from Britain finished first with a time of 3:43:25, while Becca Pizzi from the US set a women's record at 4:46:26. Additionally, a team of five runners, including two septuagenarians, achieved a Guinness World Record during this event.
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