Mike Morton wins the Badwater 135-mile ultra in 22:52:55, just shy of the course record

Army Master Sgt. Mike Morton shows off his finisher's buckle after a great race.

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Check out more pictures from Mike's winning run from Monday here, and Sunday here.

And read more about Mike's 14 year journey to Badwater, here.

Headed back out to look for Mosi, Hannah, Tim and Claire. Stay tuned.

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