In scorching conditions today with temperatures rising to 30C a total of 48 runners started the 3rd Croydon Ultra 30 Mile race. Runners were treated to two 15 mile out and back loops showcasing the Croydon countryside via the Vanguard Way and a loop to Ladywell Fields via the Cycle path 21.
Results as follows:
Men
1st – William Edwards – 4hr 29mins
2nd – Steve Barnes – 4hr 37 mins
3rd – Chris Morton – 4hr 50mins
Ladies
1st – Suzy Yates – 4hr 50 mins
2nd – Susan McCartney – 4hr 51
3rd – Cat Simpson – 5hr 50
1st Lady Suzy Yates and 3rd Man Chris Morton cross the line
1st Man William Edwards resting after a hard days run
2nd Man Steve Barnes having a beer and smoke after a tough run!