La SaintéLyon, 70 years of history of a legendary race

The 1970s and 1980s: from hiking to running

Michel Delore wins the event 8 times, a record. “ But at that time, some, as soon as they found themselves hidden from the judges or other competitors, would start running like rabbits. Everyone suspected everyone… », relates Sorine. So, in 1977, the organizers allowed people to run. The first finished in 5h37 for this 68.2 km. The following year, a participation record was reached with 2,000 entrants and 1,160 finishers.