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Washington, D.C. - Alaskan Congressman Don Young today congratulated Dallas Seavey and his team on a record setting, come from behind win of the 2014 Iditarod Sled Dog Race.

“In all my years following the Iditarod, today’s finish is one for the history books,” said Congressman Don Young. “Like many Alaskans following the final stretch of the Last Great Race, I never would have imagined the spectacular finish that developed earlier this morning.  I want to congratulate Dallas Seavey, his lead dogs Bettle and Reef, and the rest of his team on their determination and grit to overcome all odds to win the 42^nd running of the Iditarod; a true testament to Alaska’s competitive spirit. The Seavey family has certainly written their place in history; not only as the youngest and oldest winners but now as the fastest finisher in history.

“Of course, we cannot overlook all the fierce competitors on the trail this year, especially second place finisher Aliy Zirkle and Jeff King, who both set a pace only Mother Nature could match. I look forward to following all of our mushers still on their journey to Nome. 

Dallas Seavey moments after winning the 42nd running of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race in record setting time; his second win. Seavey was not aware of his lead until after passing through Nome's historic arches. 

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