Once upon a time, in a magical kingdom, an extraordinary gathering of princesses, adorned in tiaras and running skirts, embarked on a royal quest to run the World! And run it they did, with the courage, strength and perseverance every Disney princess possesses.

Along the enchanted quest, the princesses were met by beloved Disney characters, inspirational music and scenes from classic Disney entertainment moments. And at the end of the 13.1-mile quest, each royal highness was greeted by crowds of cheering fans that supported them every step of the way.

The defending Disneyland® Half Marathon female champion, Princess Rachel Booth of Jacksonville, FL, became the 2012 Disney's Princess Half Marathon champion by completing her royal quest in 1:18:11. Princess Brittney Christianson of Burlington, ND, and Princess Heather Sipsma of West Hartford, CT, soon followed to round out the top 3 Half Marathon finishers.

All in all over 16,000 princesses crossed the fairytale finish line that day, many celebrating their very first half marathon finish. From Princess Rachel to the final Princess, everyone felt the thrill and exhilaration of her amazing accomplishment and reveled in the magical memories she made along the way.

Congratulations running princesses! May you run happily ever after!