Bhasin Sports-organised endurance challenge sees 86 runners take on 3 to 72-hour formats at Banjara’s Manthan; participants range from 10 to 79 years of age
Bengaluru, August 17, 2026: The Bengaluru Endurance Run 2026, organised by Bhasin Sports (Bhasin Fitness Pvt. Ltd.), concluded at Banjara’s Manthan, Bengaluru, after four days of endurance running from August 13–16, bringing together 86 runners across six time-based categories — 3 Hours, 6 Hours, 12 Hours, 24 Hours, 48 Hours and 72 Hours.
Unlike a conventional race where participants compete over a predetermined distance, the Bengaluru Endurance Run challenges runners to cover the maximum possible distance within a fixed period of time. Participants run repeatedly around a 600-metre trail loop, with the direction of the course changing every three hours. The runner covering the greatest distance during the stipulated time is adjudged the winner of the category.
Gulab Singh Sets New 72-Hour Track Record
The standout performance of the event came from Gulab Singh, who broke the existing 72-hour track record of 368 km, completing an extraordinary 640 loops and 384 km over three continuous days of running.
The 72-hour category also witnessed an exceptional performance from Nithin Devarajan, who completed 555 loops — 333 km, finishing second overall in the category.
In the 48-hour event, Zit (Bose) produced another strong endurance performance, completing 350 loops and 210 km.
Beyond the leading distances, the event saw numerous participants better their personal bests, push beyond previously attempted distances and achieve their first podium finishes.
Among them was Arghya Saha, who completed 75 loops — 45 km — in six hours, earning second place in the men’s category. Glacy Elwin completed 60 loops — 36 km — in six hours, securing third place in the women’s category.
From 10 to 79: Endurance Across Generations
One of the defining features of the Bengaluru Endurance Run was the extraordinary age range of its participants.
The youngest participant, 10-year-old Veer Bhasin, completed 35 loops — 21 km, effectively covering a half-marathon distance on the trail.
At the other end of the spectrum, the oldest participant, 79-year-old Kamalaksha Rao, took on the formidable 48-hour category and completed 210 loops — 126 km, finishing fourth among the men in his category.
Their performances underlined the spirit of the event — endurance is not defined merely by speed, distance or age, but by the willingness to keep moving.
Organising the Race — While Running It
That philosophy was also embodied by Sushil Bhasin, Co-Founder of Bhasin Fitness Pvt. Ltd. (Bhasin Sports), who took on the 72-hour category himself while simultaneously attending to his responsibilities as part of the organising team.
Speaking at the conclusion of the event, Sushil Bhasin said:
“An endurance run is ultimately a competition with yourself. Whether someone runs 20 kilometres or 384 kilometres, what matters is discovering that you are capable of going further than you thought possible. Running the 72-hour category while also being involved in organising the event gave me an opportunity to experience the same fatigue, uncertainty, camaraderie and determination as every runner on the course. Seeing records broken is special, but seeing people achieve personal bests, first podiums and distances they had never imagined is what makes the Bengaluru Endurance Run truly rewarding.”
A Different Test of Running
The Bengaluru Endurance Run is designed around a simple but demanding format. With runners repeatedly returning to the same 600-metre trail, the challenge becomes as much mental as physical.
Long-duration runners must manage their own strategies around pace, nutrition, hydration, rest and recovery while continuing through changing weather, daylight and fatigue. Changing the direction of the course every three hours also helps balance the repetitive physical stresses of running a short loop over extended periods.
With categories beginning at three hours and extending all the way to 72 hours, the format allows runners at different stages of their endurance journey to test themselves — from those attempting their first timed endurance event to experienced ultra runners pursuing hundreds of kilometres.
The 2026 edition concluded with 86 participants, a new 384 km track record, numerous personal bests and several first-time podium finishes, reinforcing Bengaluru’s growing community of endurance and ultra distance runners.
Event at a Glance
Event: Bengaluru Endurance Run 2026
Organised by: Bhasin Sports (Bhasin Fitness Pvt. Ltd.)
Dates: August 13–16, 2026
Venue: Banjara’s Manthan, Bengaluru
Participants: 86
Format: Time-based endurance run
Categories: 3 Hours | 6 Hours | 12 Hours | 24 Hours | 48 Hours | 72 Hours
Track: 600-metre trail loop
Direction Change: Every 3 hours
72-Hour Track Record: Gulab Singh — 640 loops | 384 km
