Jamal Said won the Pakistan Backyard Ultra National Championship in 2026, marking his third consecutive national title. During the competition, Said completed 29 consecutive loops over a period exceeding 29 hours.
The athlete covered a total distance of 194 kilometres during the event. Said has completed 1,186 marathons and has finished ultra-distance runs of 500 kilometres and 700 kilometres.
In 2022, the runner finished a 50-hour continuous run and covered approximately 335 kilometres, completing 50 loops in a backyard ultra. Previous records include 39 loops and 261 kilometres in 2024.
In July 2026, Said completed a 275-kilometre journey from the K2 Base Camp to Skardu in approximately 74 hours. Said claims this K2 Base Camp to Skardu journey is a national record in Pakistan.
The runner qualified for the Backyard Ultra World Championship for the third time but has yet to secure the financial assistance and sponsorship required to represent Pakistan at the international event. Said appealed to Pakistani institutions, corporate sponsors and sports enthusiasts to support his participation.
Said stated his dream was to represent the country on the global stage and raise Pakistan's flag. He also urged young people to adopt a healthy lifestyle, participate in sports and stay away from drugs.
