Ultras -

In the world of sports, an "Ultra" is any race longer than a standard 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon, with common distances being 50 km, 100 km, and 100 miles [3, 12, 17].

Matchdays are defined by Tifos —massive, hand-crafted banners and mosaics—flares, constant chanting, and synchronized drums [5, 11, 23]. Ultras

"Ultras aren't won in the first half… start slow. Then slow down again." [17] In the world of sports, an "Ultra" is

Ultras reject the idea of being mere "consumers" of football. They see themselves as the soul of the club, often clashing with commercial interests and modern, "sanitized" versions of the game [5, 11]. Then slow down again

Many participants seek out the most "unpredictable" races—those with extreme weather or minimal control—as a way to mirror the challenges of real life and discover their true capabilities [2]. Perspectives from the Community On Football Ultras

In many regions, Ultras are powerful political actors. They have played roles in revolutions (e.g., Egypt’s Arab Spring) and often represent marginalized social groups [20, 21, 27].