Rui Muga
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| Rui Muga | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 26, 1984 Mogadouro, Portugal |
| 🏳️ Nationality | Portuguese |
| 💼 Occupation | Professional Athlete |
| 📆 Years active | 2021–present |
| Known for | Portuguese national champion in trail running; three-time champion of the Cross Popular de Videmala |
Rui Muga (born in Mogadouro) is a Portuguese professional long-distance runner specializing in trail running, mountain running, and cross country. He is known for his consistent podium finishes and for representing Portugal in international mountain running events.
Career Highlights
Muga has a successful career competing for the Clube Atlético de Macedo de Cavaleiros. He has earned several national and international titles, particularly in long-distance running.
- Cross Popular de Videmala: Muga is a three-time champion of the Cross Popular de Videmala de Alba, winning the title in 2023, 2024, and 2025.[1]
- National Champion: He was crowned the national M40 champion in the Half Marathon at the Meia Maratona do Seixal in March 2025.[2]
- International Competitions: He has represented Portugal in several major international competitions:
- Other Wins: He has won several other notable races, including the IV Trail Vales de Vimioso (2025), the 9th Night Run of Vila Real (2024), and the VI Half Marathon of Vila Real (2023).
References
- ↑ "Rui Muga tricampeão do Cross Popular de Videmala". Jornal Local. 2025-08-26. Retrieved 29 August 2025.
- ↑ "Rui Muga sagrou-se campeão nacional de M40 na Meia Maratona do Seixal". Onda Livre. 2025-03-31. Retrieved 29 August 2025.
- ↑ "Rui Muga e Carlos Lopes convocados para o Campeonato do Mundo de Montanha e Trail". Onda Livre. 2025-08-02. Retrieved 29 August 2025.
- ↑ "Zé Carvalho e Rui Muga vão representar Portugal no Campeonato Europeu de Corrida de Montanha". Onda Livre. 2022-06-20. Retrieved 29 August 2025.
