Acclaimed Scottish Ultramarathoner Disqualified for Cheating After Using Car in Race

Joasia Zakrzewski claimed third place in a 50-mile ultramarathon but was stripped of the award after officials found she had traveled part of the course in a vehicle.
Zakrzewski blamed jet lag and miscommunication for her mistake but faced widespread criticism for accepting the third-place trophy.
The runner originally intended to withdraw from the race but was allegedly encouraged by a race official to continue running.
Fourth-place finisher Mel Sykes was elevated to third place after Zakrzewski's disqualification.
Zakrzewski, a decorated long-distance runner, apologized for her actions but still faces possible discipline from the national governing body.