Indigenous mushers have strong historical and cultural ties to the Iditarod, yet it wasn't until 2011 that John Baker of Kotzebue became the first Native to win. This year, two of the top contenders are Alaska Native past Iditarod champions — Ryan Redington and Pete Kaiser. Three of the rookies in this year's race are Indigenous and bring a competitive experience to the race.

Indigenous mushers have strong historical and cultural ties to the Iditarod, yet it wasn’t until 2011 that John Baker of Kotzebue became the first Native to win. This year, two of the top contenders are Alaska Native past Iditarod champions — Ryan Redington and Pete Kaiser. Three of the rookies in this year’s race are Indigenous and bring a competitive experience to the race.

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