The high-altitude adventure of the Merrell Skyrunner® World Series continues this Saturday with the Monte Zerbion Skyrace – a world-class challenge in the heart of the Italian Alps.
The Merrell Skyrunner® World Series continues its exciting season with the upcoming Monte Zerbion Skyrace, the ninth stage of the 2025 circuit. Chatillon, Aosta, prepares to welcome elite athletes and mountain running enthusiasts from around the globe. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Italian Alps, this iconic race has become a must-do event in the international skyrunning calendar.
Taking place in the shadow of the majestic Monte Zerbion (2,728 m), the race offers a grueling yet spectacular 22km, with 2,200m+, route with technical ascents, panoramic ridgelines, and alpine terrain that challenges both physical endurance and skyrunning skill. Runners will ascend from the picturesque village of Chatillon through ancient trails and rugged peaks, culminating at the summit of Monte Zerbion before a fast-paced descent to the finish.
Top female elite athletes to watch at Monte Zerbion Skyrace include:
Denisa Dragomir of Romania (team Merrell / Red Bull), Alice Bausseron of France (team New Balance), Lucille Germain of France (team Nnormal), Louise Jernberg of Sweden (team Merrell), Lina El Kott Helander (team Merrell), Sanna El Kott Helander of Sweden (team Merrell), Martina Cumerlato of Italy (team Asics), Ariadna Fenes of Andorra (team FAM) and Antoniya Grigorova of Bulgaria (team Scarpa / XCoSports).
Top male elite athletes to watch at Monte Zerbion Skyrace include:
Daniel Antonioli of Italy (team Scarpa), Jose Manuel Quispe of Peru (team Merrell / CIVA), Manuel Merillas of Spain (team New Balance), Gianluca Ghiano of Italy (team Brooks), Alex Oberbacher of Italy (team La Sportiva), Martin Anthamatten of Switzerland (team Adidas Terrex), Andreas Steindl of Switzerland (team Dynafit), Martin Nilsson of Sweden (team VJ Sports), Raoul Raus of Belgium (team New Balance), Roger Comellas of Spain (team Merrell).
Follow the action from 09:00 am local time on the MSWS social media channels to find out who will take home the winners bibs of the 9th race of the season.
