GOBI MARCH (MONGOLIA)
250 KM / 155-MILE, 6-STAGE ULTRAMARATHON

21-27 June 2026

236

DAYS TO GO

Race Coverage

RACE Coverage

Gobi March Home

Bernat AGUSTí MORENO

Physical Therapist

Spain

Fuk Ying (Melody) TAM

Freelancer

Hong Kong

Suet Fong WU

Homemaker

Singapore

Cheng ONG

Snr Document Control

Singapore

Iris HO

Student

Malaysia, Resident in Singapore

Marion HABERSETZER

Geotechnical engineer

Canada

Alex BELCHER

Information Technology

United States

Manu-tara CABALLERO

Firefighter

France

Adrien LUFT

France

Luke DIAMOND

Soldier

United States

Janka DOLEZAL

Life Coach

Germany

Jacqueline EASTRIDGE

Teacher

United States

Sandy KONDO

Japan

Carlos SPINELLI

Contador Publico - Empleado Bancario

Argentina

Max CASTIGLIONE

Supply Chain Graduate

United Kingdom

Bernat AGUSTí MORENO

Physical Therapist

Spain

Bernat Agustí Moreno is a Physical Therapist from Spain. He graduated from Gimbernat University and is currently completing a Master’s degree in Neuroscience. Bernat has extensive experience treating neuromusculoskeletal patients and athletes, particularly runners, and brings a deep understanding of human movement and performance. Fluent in Spanish, Catalan, English, and Italian, he has studied and worked across Europe, including a semester in Italy that broadened both his academic and cultural perspective. Driven by curiosity and a passion for helping others reach their full potential, Bernat has competed in triathlons, testing both his physical and mental limits. He is excited to bring his expertise and enthusiasm to support competitors at his first RacingThePlanet event.

Fuk Ying (Melody) TAM

Freelancer

Hong Kong

Melody Tam is from Hong Kong and brings a wealth of international volunteering experience to RacingThePlanet events. Her projects span the globe, including teaching English in Thailand, running summer camps in Greenland, constructing an education centre in Cambodia, and conducting vision screening programs in Cambodia and the Philippines. Melody has also contributed to animal welfare, spending time in an elephant conservation unit in Indonesia. With an optometry background and hands-on experience in event volunteering, she is well-prepared to support athletes and local communities alike. Passionate about teamwork, resilience, and making a positive impact, Melody combines her global perspective with practical skills to contribute effectively under challenging conditions.

Suet Fong WU

Homemaker

Singapore

Suet Fong Wu is from Singapore and will be volunteering for the first time at the Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026. A homemaker for more than 10 years, she is now eager to spend her time traveling and giving back through volunteering. Having lived in Malaysia, Singapore, and the UK, Suet Fong is proactive, outgoing, and fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Bahasa Melayu. She looks forward to supporting athletes and contributing to the RacingThePlanet experience with energy, enthusiasm, and a global perspective.

Cheng ONG

Snr Document Control

Singapore

Jasmine Ong is from Singapore and will be volunteering for the first time at the Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026. Although new to formal volunteering, she brings a love of adventure and the outdoors, having climbed Mount Kinabalu, hiked in Sapa, Vietnam, and trekked in Bhutan and Nepal. Fluent in English, Malay, Chinese, and Cantonese, Jasmine is eager to contribute her energy and enthusiasm to support athletes and the RacingThePlanet experience.

Iris HO

Student

Malaysia, Resident in Singapore

Iris Ho is from Malaysia and currently lives in Singapore. A biomedical science student, she loves staying active and trying new experiences. Excited for her first RacingThePlanet / 4 Deserts Ultramarathon volunteering adventure at the Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026, Iris enjoys sports like tennis and netball and looks forward to creating memories, embracing challenges, and discovering new places along the way.

Marion HABERSETZER

Geotechnical engineer

Canada

Marion Habersetzer is a geotechnical engineer from Canada, originally from France, and has lived in Canada for more than 10 years. An outdoor and wilderness enthusiast, she loves trail running and supporting trail runners. With over 10 years of experience managing field programs on remote mine sites, Marion is skilled at organizing, staffing, supplying, and troubleshooting in challenging environments. First aid trained and fluent in four languages, she brings a combination of technical expertise, adventure spirit, and a hands-on approach to volunteering at the Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026.

Alex BELCHER

Information Technology

United States

Alex Belcher is from the United States and works in IT, specializing in cybersecurity. A climber, trekker, and avid traveler, he brings extensive outdoor and adventure experience to RacingThePlanet events. Alex currently volunteers at as many ultras, stage races, and adventure races as possible, and serves as a head official and regional coordinator with USA Climbing, managing events from local youth competitions to international World Cups. He has hands-on experience managing checkpoints, sweeping sections of courses, and driving vehicles on rough terrain.

Manu-tara CABALLERO

Firefighter

France

Manu-tara Caballero is from the Gironde region of France, working as a Sports co-ordinator for French fire fighters. He first joined RacingThePlanet as a volunteer at the Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2025 and will return for the Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026, bringing experience from volunteering at events such as the Marathon des Sables and UTMB. Tri-lingual in French, English, and Spanish, Manu-tara is passionate about helping others and supporting athletes. He has spent over 20 years contributing to sports and community initiatives, combining his practical skills with a love of travel and connecting with the global running community.

Adrien LUFT

France

Adrien Luft is from France and a passionate sports enthusiast with a degree in Sports Science and Management. He has a lifelong love of physical activity, from football and track and field to endurance sports like running, swimming, and cycling, with a personal goal of completing an Ironman. Professionally, Adrien has worked with sports federations, including the Bavarian Football Federation and the International Kin-Ball Federation, gaining experience in event logistics, coach education, and sports promotion. Drawn to RacingThePlanet for the authentic, challenging experience it offers, he is eager to contribute his skills, learn from the world of endurance events, and help create a memorable adventure for athletes and fellow volunteers alike. With French and German roots and international experience, Adrien brings adaptability, cultural awareness, and a positive, flexible approach to every challenge.

Luke DIAMOND

Soldier

United States

Luke Diamond is from New Orleans, United States, and is an ultrarunner, coach, and U.S. Army soldier. After earning a BA in Journalism from the University of Minnesota in 2019, he enlisted in Army Special Operations, with deployments to the Philippines, South Korea, and Mongolia, giving him extensive experience leading teams in international and remote settings.

Luke discovered long-distance running during the pandemic and has since completed 20+ half marathons, a treadmill marathon, and a 55K ultramarathon. He also coaches soldiers preparing for their first ultra. Combat first aid certified and experienced in off-road navigation, Luke combines his athletic insight with logistical expertise. Passionate about people and dedicated to supporting runners, he brings firsthand understanding of competitors’ needs, practical skills, and a friendly, adaptable approach to volunteering at the Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026.

Janka DOLEZAL

Life Coach

Germany

Janka Dolezal is a life coach from Cologne, Germany, helping people heal childhood trauma and live prosperous, fulfilling lives. The Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026 will be her 13th RacingThePlanet / 4 Deserts Ultramarathon, having previously volunteered at Namib Race (Namibia) 2022 & 2024, RacingThePlanet: Lapland 2022, Atacama Crossing (Chile) 2022 & 2023, Gobi March (Mongolia) 2023–2025, The 20-Year Race (Jordan) 2024, The Last Desert (Antarctica) 2024, and RacingThePlanet: Greece 2025.

Full of energy, positivity, and determination, she brings support and strength to every event - is it even a RacingThePlanet event if Janka isn’t there?!

Jacqueline EASTRIDGE

Teacher

United States

4 Deserts Club member Jacqueline Eastridge returns to the volunteer team for Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026. Jacqueline is not only an impressive careerwoman and a successful endurance athlete but she most recently was Peace Corps volunteer in Mongolia followed by a teaching stint at an international school also in Mongolia. In addition to completing the 4 Deserts Ultramarathon Series, Jacqueline has finished RacingThePlanet: Iceland 2013, RacingThePlanet: Greece 2025, Primal Quest Race and the Trans Alpine Run as well as high altitude climbs in Switzerland, France and Germany and a 16-mile swim in Tampa Bay, Florida. She was a member of the Team USA Dragonboat Team which competed in the World Championships in Shanghai, China; Berlin, Germany; Sydney, Australia; and Szigid, Hungary. Fluent in English and German and adept at working in international locations and under pressure, Jacqueline will no doubt be a valuable team member this year again assisting with operations at the Gobi March.

Sandy KONDO

Japan

Sandy Kondo from Japan has volunteered at nearly twenty RacingThePlanet / 4 Deserts Races - she also raced in RacingThePlanet: Jordan 2012 and Madagascar 2014. Sandy worked for the South African Embassy in Tokyo before retiring in 2023 and has managed the RacingThePlanet office in Japan for more than ten years. She is a natural organizer with a flair for multi-tasking.
Kind and generous, Sandy is one of our best known cheer-leaders and has assisted dozens of 4 Deserts and RacingThePlanet competitors in preparing for the races. She also works and volunteers at the Comrades Marathon in South Africa, Tokyo Marathon in Japan and, most importantly, multiple 4 Deserts / RacingThePlanet events.

Carlos SPINELLI

Contador Publico - Empleado Bancario

Argentina

Carlos Spinelli is 59 years old and from Argentina. He has played basketball since childhood and began trail running at age 40, participating in numerous races with his wife both in Argentina and abroad, including in India, Spain, and Mexico. As his wife, Patricia Anconetani, will be competing in The Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026, Carlos is eager to join her as a volunteer for the event. Having taken part in many trail races himself, he understands the needs of runners and is enthusiastic about contributing to the success of the race and supporting the athletes.

Max CASTIGLIONE

Supply Chain Graduate

United Kingdom

Max Castiglione is from the United Kingdom and works as a Supply Chain Graduate at PepsiCo, where he’s gaining broad experience through short rotations across different roles in the snacks industry. These fast-paced placements have helped him quickly adapt to new teams, develop strong leadership skills, and make decisions under pressure. Outside of work, Max is super active and passionate about triathlons, cycling, trail running, and hiking in incredible places around the world. The Gobi March (Mongolia) 2026 will be his first time volunteering at a RacingThePlanet / 4 Deserts Ultramarathon.

GOBI MARCH (MONGOLIA) 250 KM / 155-MILE, 6-STAGE ULTRAMARATHON

DAYS TO GO

Race Coverage

RACE Coverage

Bernat AGUSTí MORENO

Physical Therapist

Fuk Ying (Melody) TAM

Freelancer

Suet Fong WU

Homemaker

Cheng ONG

Snr Document Control

Iris HO

Student

Marion HABERSETZER

Geotechnical engineer

Alex BELCHER

Information Technology

Manu-tara CABALLERO

Firefighter

Adrien LUFT

Luke DIAMOND

Soldier

Janka DOLEZAL

Life Coach

Jacqueline EASTRIDGE

Teacher

Sandy KONDO

Carlos SPINELLI

Contador Publico - Empleado Bancario

Max CASTIGLIONE

Supply Chain Graduate

Bernat AGUSTí MORENO

Physical Therapist

Fuk Ying (Melody) TAM

Freelancer

Suet Fong WU

Homemaker

Cheng ONG

Snr Document Control

Iris HO

Student

Marion HABERSETZER

Geotechnical engineer

Alex BELCHER

Information Technology

Manu-tara CABALLERO

Firefighter

Adrien LUFT

Luke DIAMOND

Soldier

Janka DOLEZAL

Life Coach

Jacqueline EASTRIDGE

Teacher

Sandy KONDO

Carlos SPINELLI

Contador Publico - Empleado Bancario

Max CASTIGLIONE

Supply Chain Graduate

GOBI MARCH (MONGOLIA)
250 KM / 155-MILE, 6-STAGE ULTRAMARATHON