Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui triumphed at the Great North Run women’s race, clocking 1:09:32, with compatriot Vivian Cheruiyot finishing runner-up. Scotland’s Eilish McColgan, aiming to follow in her mother Liz’s footsteps, finished third, only 10 seconds adrift in windy conditions that slowed the field. In the men’s race, Kenya’s Alex Mutiso surged late to win in 1:00:52, ahead of Belgium’s Bashir Abdi and defending champion Abel Kipchumba. Meanwhile, Britain’s Ben Connor placed fourth. On the wheelchair side, Sean Frame claimed the men’s title in 49:24, adding to his 2021 victory, while Mel Nicholls powered to victory in the women’s division. Despite headwinds, the atmosphere was electric, with crowds cheering athletes along the iconic course.
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