The Yukon Quest has guaranteed a US $125,000 minimum prize purse for the 2018 race, the organization announced this morning.
“We truly value and appreciate all the support from our amazing sponsors, volunteers and fans who consistently help contribute to the purse every year,” said Ryan Hughes, president of the Yukon Quest Alaska Board.
It’s the third year that the 1,600-kilometre international sled dog race has been able to increase the minimum prize purse.
“It’s a commitment we’re trying to maintain,” said Natalie Haltrich, Yukon Quest executive director.
In 2013, the purse was at its highest in recent years, 150K, before dipping to 100K in 2013. Last year’s purse was guaranteed at 120K.
The top 15 official finishers receive a percentage of the prize money.
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