Legendary runners, including five-time British Olympic Champion Jo Pavey and last year’s Antrim Coast Half Marathon winner, Yalemzerf Yehualaw, travelled to the borough for what was billed as the world’s most scenic half marathon.
Supported by Mid and East Antrim Council, the main event took place on Sunday (August 28) – with a host of elite sporting stars taking to the starting line to race along the spectacular Antrim Coast Road. A One-Mile Race, Kids’ Race and entertainment were also part of the weekend programme.
Ethiopians Yalemzerf Yehualaw and Jemal Yimer clinched repeat victories as both set UK all-comers records.
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The Antrim Coast Half Marathon gets underway.
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Jemal Yimer was first home in the Antrim Coast Half Marathon.
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Yalemzerf Yehualaw is congratulated on her success.
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On the podium following the half marathon challenge.