Schlotter out of race – 12 runners left, 9 men, 3 women

Hans Jurgen Schlotter, who was in #2 position earlier in the race, is now being listed as DNF (did not finish).

Hans Jurgen Schlotter - now out of the race

Schlotter had covered 757 km / 470.5 miles before leaving the race.

Hans Jurgen earlier in the 1000 mile race

No details of why he withdrew are available at this time.

Respects and commiserations from Team Sichel” go to Hans Jurgen, who will no doubt be back to run again another day.