🏔️ Asia Trail Master (ATM) – What It Means for Malaysian Trail Runners

🌟 About Asia Trail Master (ATM)

The Asia Trail Master (ATM) is a prestigious, continent-wide trail running championship founded in 2015 and headquartered in Hong Kong. It unites trail events across Asia under one competitive framework and promotes a healthy lifestyle, environmental awareness, and cross-cultural connections through the sport of trail running.


🎯 Key Features of ATM

  • Transparent Points System: Earn points by competing in official ATM events
  • Annual Championship Final: Top-ranked runners compete for the title of Asia Trail Master Champion
  • Grandmaster Quest: Complete 6 ultra-distance races (minimum 70 km) in 2 years to become an ATM Grandmaster
  • Community & Recognition: Be part of a passionate trail community and get recognized for consistency and endurance

🎉 Why Join ATM as a Malaysian Runner?

✅ International exposure with regional accessibility
✅ Consistent race standards and rankings
✅ Motivation to pursue your personal best (PB)
✅ Opportunity to earn Grandmaster status
✅ Be part of Asia’s largest trail-running platform


❓ Who Can Join Asia Trail Master (ATM)?

Anyone!
ATM is open to all trail runners — from amateur to elite level — regardless of nationality, age, or running background. You don’t need to be invited or pre-qualified to join the ATM series.

It’s suitable for:

  • Competitive runners aiming for ranking and titles
  • Consistent trail runners targeting the ATM Grandmaster title
  • Trail lovers who want to explore quality races across Asia under a trusted system

📝 How to Join ATM?

There is no separate registration required to “join ATM.” Just follow these simple steps:

1️⃣ Choose an official ATM race

Pick any official race listed on the ATM calendar (e.g., UTOP, BUTM, Silabur 100). You can find the full race list here:
🌐 https://www.asiatrailmaster.com

2️⃣ Register directly with the race organizer

Register for the race via the official event website or platform (e.g., Checkpoint Spot, Race Roster, etc.). There is no extra ATM registration fee.

3️⃣ Your results will be tracked automatically

If the event is part of the ATM series, your result will be automatically added to the ATM rankings and Grandmaster progress. Just make sure your name and nationality are consistent when registering for different races.


🇲🇾 ATM Races in Malaysia — Season 10 (2024–2025)

🏆 Championship Points Races

These events allow runners to earn points toward the Asia Trail Master annual rankings:

📅 Date📍 Event & Location📏 Distances
19–20 Oct 2024Penang UTOP – Penang100 Miles / 50 km
22–23 Feb 2025BUTM – Bukit Fraser110 km / 55 km
12 Apr 2025Silabur 100 – Sarawak100 km
26 Apr 2025Penang Sky Race – Penang50 km
20–22 Jun 2025Trail des Gombak – Selangor100 km / 50 km
26 Jul 2025KAR Ultra – Sabah110 km / 60 km
30 Aug 2025Borneo TMBT Ultra – Sabah100 km / 50 km

🥇 Grandmaster Quest Races

These races count toward completing the ATM Grandmaster achievement (6 x 70km+ within 2 years):

📅 Date📍 Event & Location📏 Distance
19–20 Oct 2024Penang UTOP – Penang100 Miles / 100 km
22–23 Feb 2025BUTM – Bukit Fraser110 km
12 Apr 2025Silabur 100 – Sarawak100 km
20–22 Jun 2025Trail des Gombak – Selangor100 km
26 Jul 2025KAR Ultra – Sabah110 km
16 Aug 2025Baling 100 – Kedah100 km
30 Aug 2025Borneo TMBT Ultra – Sabah109 km
19 Sep 2025Transnaning Ultra Challenge – Negeri Sembilan100 km / 68 km

🏅 Malaysian Runners in the ATM Hall of Fame

Malaysia has produced several legendary runners recognized by ATM:

  • Milton Amat (2019)
  • Christine Loh (2019)
  • Ong Soon Seng (2017)
  • Tahira Najmunisaa (2016, 2017)
  • Tan Seow Ping (2015)

🎊 Celebrating Season 10 (2025)

Asia Trail Master celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2025, covering 14 countries with over 30 trail races across Asia. Malaysian events continue to play a major role in shaping the region’s competitive trail scene.


ATM Championship Malaysian Rankings Updated by 22 Jul 2025

📍 More Info:
🌐 Visit: www.asiatrailmaster.com
📲 Follow: #AsiaTrailMaster #ATMSeason10 #MalaysiaTrailSeries

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