Thursday 9 August 2018

Leicester Chase the Sun 10K


Representing Grantham Running Club, Scott Jones and Joaquim Jeronimo both took part in the Leicester Chase the Sun 10K on Thursday 9th August. The setting was the beautiful grounds of Leicestershire's magnificent Prestwold Hall and also the former RAF runways of the second world war Airfield, notably home to the Vickers Wellington Heavy Bombers.

The four lap course was started by the race official with 315 athletes gracing the start line. Scott took the early lead over the in form Joaquim for a time until he started to feel the fast early miles. Overtaken by Joaquim, he then held his position amongst a strong pack of seasoned club runners. Despite being slightly out of form, Jones managed to cross the line in a respectful 42:17 finishing the race in 18th position and 4th in his age catagory.

It was Jeronimo who ran a smart and sleek race though not only finishing in an impressive 10th position overall but also finishing 4th in his age catagory. He ran a personal best time of 40:11 taking almost two minutes off of his previous PB of 42:10.

Both Members received medals and goody bags at the finish and were happy with their respective outcomes. Both runners recommended this race to their club mates for next year.

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