Anne-Lise Rousset Séguret Conquers a Stormy Transvulcania
12 May 2025
The 2025 edition of Transvulcania was never going to be easy: 73 kilometers, 4,350 meters of climbing, volcanic rock underfoot, and a field packed with world-class talent. But no one quite expected what unfolded on La Palma this past weekend. And, as the weather turned wild and the field began to crumble, it was SCOTT Running Athlete Anne-Lise Rousset Séguret who rose above the chaos to take a historic win.
Clocking in at 8 hours and 18 minutes, she claimed victory with a commanding lead of over 18 minutes - a huge margin in a race like this. It was a performance that showcased not just endurance and speed, but resilience, grit, and clever race strategy.
The sweet taste of victory for SCOTT Athlete, Anne-Lise Rousset Séguret. Photo by Cyrille Quintard
Storms, Struggles, and a Shifting Field
Transvulcania has a reputation for sunshine and heat, but this year, the Canary Islands had other plans. Runners faced torrential rain, high winds, thick fog, and slick, technical trails that took a toll on even the most experienced athletes. Several top contenders were forced to withdraw, including defending champion Ruth Croft, who exited the race around the 50 km mark after suffering from hypothermia.
In these brutal conditions, it became a race of attrition. But Anne-Lise stayed composed. She ran smart from the gun, staying close to the front pack early on before making her move during the more runnable section mid-race, a moment where her early-season road training (including a half marathon) paid off. She extended her lead on the long descent from Roque de Los Muchachos, the highest point on the island, and held it all the way to the finish.
Despite gruelling conditions, Anne-Lise stayed strong battling wind, rain and extreme cold. Photos by Cyrille Quintard
A Long Time Coming
Anne-Lise is no stranger to the Transvulcania podium. She finished second here in 2016, 2017, and 2019. Always close, always fighting and 2025 was her year.
“I came to Transvulcania for the sun and the warm weather” she explained in a post-race interview with iRunFar. “When we saw the forecast the day before, we didn’t want to believe it. It was really hard, at one point I thought they might stop the race. I didn’t expect this weather in La Palma, but it was the game!”
And for Anne-Lise, this win was more than a trophy, it was a moment of reflection and closure.
“That was my last Transvulcania because I will stop racing after this year” - she said - “So I’m very happy and proud.”
Anne-Lise celebrates with her family at the finish line. Photos by Cyrille Quintard
Powered by the Supertrac RC 3
Anne-Lise’s weapon of choice for this monumental effort? The Supertrac RC 3 - our most responsive, race-ready trail shoe built for technical terrain and unpredictable conditions. When the course turned into a mud-soaked, rock-strewn challenge, she needed a shoe that offered confidence on every step. The RC 3 delivered, from the ridgelines to the finish chute.
Anne-Lise will now shift focus to the French Trail Championships later this season. But for now, it’s time to recover, celebrate, and reflect on a performance that will go down as one of the greats in Transvulcania history.
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