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Bull Run
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When:
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18 Oct 2008 (annual)
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Where:
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Stockholm
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1pm
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Although the name of this event conjures images of Spanish-style machismo, there are actually no bulls present. The 10km (5.5 mile) endurance race in Stockholm is so-called because competitors require bull-like strength to complete the course.
The TjurRuset (as it is locally known) is a rather strange Swedish tradition. Set up in response to its female counterpart (all-women races outside of Stockholm are well known), this all-male race takes place somewhere in the Stockholm region each year. The exact location of the deliberately gruelling run is kept secret up to the starting time. What is certain is that it is 10km long and occurs where the ground is coarse, marshy, swampy or extremely difficult to navigate in other ways.
Those brave enough or fit enough to finish are rewarded with a medal.
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