Radio La Sportiva | Lavaredo Ultra Trail 2026 | Emma Stuart

In this interview recorded in Cortina on June 25, 2026, just one day before the start of the Lavaredo Ultra Trail 120K, we sat down with Emma Stuart, an Irish-born trail runner, La Sportiva athlete, and veterinary surgeon based in the United Kingdom. Known within the trail running community as “The Running Vet,” Emma balances elite-level competition with her work as a farm veterinarian. A few days later, Emma went on to secure an impressive third-place finish in the women's race at the Lavaredo Ultra Trail 120K, matching the result she achieved in 2023. During our conversation, Emma shares her journey into running, how she discovered trail and ultra-distance racing, and the types of races she enjoys most. We talk about her recent arrival on the La Sportiva team, her experience at Garda Trentino Trail, and her participation in Tor des Géants. The interview also explores the atmosphere of the Lavaredo Ultra Trail, Emma’s relationship with the race and its spectacular course through the Dolomites, and her expectations ahead of the 2026 edition of the 120K. We discuss the emotions of standing on the start line and how she prepares mentally in the hours before a race. Beyond sport, Emma talks about the challenges and rewards of combining life as a professional athlete with her career as a farm veterinarian. The interview concludes with the start of the Lavaredo 20K, capturing the excitement and energy that make the Lavaredo Ultra Trail such a unique event. Topics covered: Emma Stuart's journey into trail running Joining the La Sportiva team Garda Trentino Trail experience Tor des Géants and ultra-distance racing Lavaredo Ultra Trail 120K The atmosphere and course of the LUT Pre-race preparation and mindset Managing elite sport alongside a veterinary career Farm veterinary medicine and daily challenges The emotional start of the Lavaredo Ultra Trail Lavaredo 20K race start and event atmosphere #LavaredoUltraTrail #LUT2026 #EmmaStuart #TheRunningVet #TrailRunning #UltraRunning #LaSportiva #WomenInTrailRunning #TrailRunner #UltraTrail #Dolomites #MountainRunning #TorDesGeants #EnduranceSports #RunningCommunity #Veterinarian #FarmVet #GardaTrentinoTrail #Cortina #TrailRunningInterview