2026 BACKYARD ULTRA
WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
2026 BACKYARD ULTRA
WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
15 RUNNERS. ONE TEAM.
One start. 70+ countries. One global Backyard Ultra.
On Saturday 17 October 2026, Team Australia will join runners worldwide as the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships begin simultaneously across the globe.
Australia starts at 11:00 pm AEST.
One loop every hour. For as long as they can.
WHAT ARE THE BACKYARD ULTRA WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS?
WHAT ARE THE BACKYARD ULTRA WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS?
The 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships bring together the best Backyard Ultra runners from around the world in one truly global event.
70+ countries will compete at the same time, with each country’s top 15 runners representing their nation on their own Backyard Ultra course.
Runners must complete a 6.706 km loop on the hour, every hour. There is no set finish time. No set number of loops. They keep going until only one runner remains.
Every loop completed by each country’s 15 runners contributes to their national total, with the country recording the most combined loops crowned the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Champion.
15 RUNNERS. 1 TEAM.
15 RUNNERS. 1 TEAM.
These 15 runners have earned their place on Team Australia and will take on the world together at the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships.
Each brings their own experience, strengths and story to the team. But when the clock starts, they will share the same goal: to keep moving, keep backing each other and see just how far Australia can go.
1 runner can go far. 15 runners can go further. Together, they represent Team Australia.
MEET THE TEAM
Jonathan Ash
PB: 100
Dan Camac
PB: 93
James Blanton
PB: 82
Tim Kacprzak
PB: 82
Scott Cameron
PB: 75
Jack Hanley
PB: 74
Barry Keem
PB: 73
Mathieu Dube
PB: 73
Ben Nicholls
PB: 72
Brandon-Lee Grech
PB: 72
Brady Nankervis
PB: 68
Jayden McCormack
PB: 68
Sam Christie
PB: 68
Jason Rantall
PB: 67
Colin Moulden
PB: 59
COME AND SUPPORT TEAM AUSTRALIA
COME AND SUPPORT TEAM AUSTRALIA
This is a global championship, but it is happening here at the Kembla Joggers Cross Country Park, Integral Energy Park, Kembla Grange. Come and experience the atmosphere, support Team Australia and watch the Championships unfold hour after hour.
Bring your chair, bring the family and make a day of it.
FRIDAY
Meet the 15 Australian runners who will take on the world at the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships.
4:00 pm Meet and greet
Come down, meet the team and wish them well before the Championships begin.
SATURDAY
The Championships begin with an evening of cultural connection and pre race activities.
8:00 pm Steve's Mobile Coffee Van and Just Wing It will be serving food and drinks
9:30 pm Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony and cultural immersion
9:50 pm Race briefing
11:00 pm Championships start
Fire drums will burn throughout the event, creating a warm atmosphere in the spectator area day and night.
SUNDAY
Sunday is a great opportunity to settle in and watch the Championships unfold.
6:00 am Steve's Mobile Coffee Van and Just Wing It serving breakfast and lunch
11:00 am Principle Brewing and Big Pink Soft Serve throughout the day
5:00 pm Steve's Woodfire Pizza Oven serving dinner
The playground is close by, so bring the family, grab your chair and make a day of it.
MONDAY ONWARDS
The action continues, and so does the food.
6:00 am Steve's Mobile Coffee Van and Just Wing It serving breakfast (Mon-Wed)
5:00 pm Steve's Mobile Coffee Van and Just Wing It serving dinner (Mon-Wed)
Come and motivate the runners to push into day 3, 4 and beyond.
YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
This will be a long journey for Team Australia, and there will be some tough moments along the way. Whether you come for the start, spend the day with us or arrive in the middle of the night, your cheers and support can give the team a much needed boost when they need it most (except when they are sleeping). 🤫
Bring your chair. Bring the family. Come for an hour or stay for the journey.
FOLLOW THE ACTION
2026 BACKYARD ULTRA
WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS
15 RUNNERS. ONE TEAM.
Can't make it to Integral Energy Park?
You can still follow Team Australia as they take on the world.
WATCH LIVE Follow the action through our live stream and see how the Championships unfold.
LINK: Backyard Ultra Live
LIVE TRACKING Follow every loop, every runner and the live results as the Championships unfold.
LINK: My Race Results
FOLLOW ALONG We will also be sharing updates, photos, videos and behind the scenes moments throughout the Championships.
LINK: Red’s Backyard Ultra Instagram
LINK: Red’s Backyard Ultra Facebook
SPONSORS
PRESENTING PARTNER
Red’s Backyard Ultra is thrilled to announce 180 Cadence as our Presenting Partner for the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships. Founded in 2024 by Sydney-based runners Alex Treglown & David Bennie, 180 Cadence is renowned for organising world-class endurance running and community-led events centred around a “runners first” philosophy. 180 Cadence also proudly host the iconic Sydney Backyard Ultra, which boasts the largest number of participants of any backyard ultra event globally. Other key 180 Cadence events include the Sydney Ultra Marathon, the Sydney Trail Marathon and Half Marathon and the Parramatta Half Marathon. Red’s is delighted to work with 180 Cadence to deliver an exceptional 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships and create an unforgettable event together.
GOLD PARTNER
Red’s Backyard Ultra is delighted to announce Dometic as a Gold Partner for the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships. Renowned for designing high-quality outdoor products built for adventure, Dometic shares our passion for getting people outdoors and creating memorable experiences in the places we love. With a strong focus on quality, functionality and life outdoors, Dometic is a natural fit for an event that brings together runners from around the world for an extraordinary test of endurance. Red’s is thrilled to welcome Dometic as a Gold Partner and looks forward to working together to deliver an exceptional experience for Team Australia and everyone who joins us for the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships.
SILVER PARTNER
Red’s Backyard Ultra is delighted to announce The Plumbing and Pipe Trades Employees Union (PPTEU) as our Silver Partner for the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships. With a proud history of advancing education, improving social welfare and promoting human rights, the PPTEU is one of Australia’s fastest growing and most progressive trade unions. Protecting workers' rights and entitlements since 1850, this forward-thinking union has stepped in to support the whole Australian team as they strive to perform to their potential in the Championships. Red’s is delighted to work with such a unique silver partner, which prides itself on putting people first, to provide and promote the best runner experience we can during the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Our invaluable Community Partners are generously supporting the runners and event logistics, ensuring Team Australia has the best possible opportunity to represent their country with pride and achieve their Backyard Ultra dreams.
WANT TO GET INVOLVED
There are still opportunities to support the 2026 Backyard Ultra World Team Championships and be part of this unique global event.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS
SUPPORT TEAM AUSTRALIA
Keep your eyes peeled as we have something exciting coming!
EVENT MANUAL
Welcome to the Event Manual. This manual contains operational information for the 2026 Backyard World Team Championships, including details on race organisation, Backyard Ultra Rules and everything else you need to know to enjoy these unique Championships. All runners and their crews must read this manual to ensure Team Australia follows all race rules.
EVENT MEDIA ASSETS
Welcome to the event media hub for the 2026 Backyard World Team Championships. Here you’ll find approved media assets, including our media release, event imagery and logo, available for media use. We'll add images and videos as the event progresses.
Please download and use the assets relevant to your needs and refer to any accompanying usage guidelines where provided.