The night air buzzed with the low hum of chatter, the scent of popcorn danced in the air around the race track.
The race was set along a long, winding stretch that ran from the start of the track and around the center field of the stadium.
It wasn't a simple drag race. This track had obstacle courses and hurdles to pass through in other to advance and get to the finish line.
It wasn't just about speed, it was about precision, endurance and intelligence.
The first half was a long straight path, giving the runners a chance to push their bodies to their speed limits, gaining the upper hand.
But then came the obstacle courses, sharp curves, retrieval of flags, wooden hurdles to jump, racks to climb and slippery surfaces.
The last stretch was was deceptive, appearing smooth at first, but hiding small inclines and dips that could throw off an unprepared runner.
