This past weekend, the tranquil town of Uis came alive with the energy and determination of ultra-runners from all over as they gathered for the 2024 Brandberg Backyard Ultra. The event, held from August 2 to 5, saw a record-breaking number of participants and some truly outstanding performances. Race Highlights The event kicked off at 8 am on a cool, wind-still morning at the Brandberg Rest Camp, which hosted the race village. Runners were thankful for the cooler conditions and a slight breeze that picked up later in the day. A total of 139 runners entered the race: 53 for the full ultra, 53 for the challenge (up to 6…