Jesse Rich makes his return to the Run Rabbit Run 100 Mile 2026 as the reigning champion. In the interview, he is presented as the runner who has already won the event before, and is therefore coming back for the next edition. The discussion serves as a starting point for understanding how he approaches this new participation.
Jesse Rich also looks back on his previous win, which he describes as surprising. He explains that he was surprised to have won the event last year, which sheds light on the mental backdrop around his status as champion. The interview also mentions an initial intention not to return.
Lastly, Jesse Rich describes his motivation for the coming edition with an idea of a “fun” challenge linked to ego. He says that this year, he thinks it will make for an enjoyable challenge: go out running and see what happens. This outlook sums up the “low-pressure” tone flagged in the title.
