March Athletics Club were well represented at the London Marathon.
Nine athletes took part on the streets of London, while a further three competed virtually.
The day was a huge success with multiple PBs earnt and many runners meeting their goals ahead of the race.
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Dave Burgess was first across the line for the club, beating the sub-three-hour mark by roughly six minutes in a superb performance.
Toni Alcaraz led the way for the ladies finishing in an impressive 03:14:22 despite an interrupted training block due to illness. Kanina O'Neil was hot on her tail, in 03:15:38, as the March ladies both produced outstanding performances.
Adam Pugh, Ryan Jarvis and Mark Salmons all had great runs finishing under the four-hour mark.
Tricia Cole enjoyed another fine run to knock five minutes off her PB and tick off yet another major marathon.
Second-claim runners, Glenn and Daniel Watts had a brilliant run as the pair pushed each other to achieve fantastic results.
Among the virtual competitors was Tina Lambert, who secured a sub-four-hour marathon with a fine showing.
Mike Blackledge had another strong run finishing in 04:01:49.
Sonia Witham showed her grit and determination to complete yet another long-distance event.
Elsewhere, Alan Brown completed the Zig Zag Running 'The Other Run'.
Results
London Marathon: Dave Burgess 02:53:39, Toni Alcaraz 03:14:22, Kanina O'Neil 03:15:38, Adam Pugh 03:36::07, Ryan Jarvis 03:48:15, Mark Salmons 03:54:09, Tricia Cole 04:18:04.
London Marathon second claim runners: Daniel Watts 02:49:41, Glenn Watts 02:49:41.
Virtual London Marathon: Tina Lambert 03:57:26, Mike Blackledge 04:01:49, Sonia Witham 05:28:57.
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Zig Zag Running 'The Other Run': Alan Brown 04:32:49.