Ilmington 10k - 17th February 2019
Six Bourton Roadrunners visited Ilmington for the 5th and final race of the Tempo Winter 10k Series, which had been adopted by the club as part of its own race series for 2019. Whilst an enjoyable and scenic course it included a challenging hill, lasting some 2k, which had many of the runners walking. A winning time of 37:03 probably gives some clue to challenge.
Bourton’s Victoria Briggs was the winning lady in a brilliant time of 40:25 and finished 8th in the overall race. This will provide Victoria with a confidence-boost ahead of the Bourton 10k.
Victoria Briggs powers home at Ilmington 10k - photo by Barry Cornelius
Next finisher for Bourton was Margaret Hollamby in 51:04 and 2nd LV55; Margaret was also 11th lady overall, so no wonder her national ranking. She was chased all the way by Susan Hunt, another highly-ranked lady vet, finishing in a time of 52:26 and 4th LV45.
Bourton’s men were lead home by John Gibson 52:53 (2nd MV65), with David Turnbull 57:54 (3rd MV65) and Graham Lane 62:04; all three truly-whipped by the ladies.
Highlights
Victoria Briggs wins first lady at Ilmington 10k (8th overall in race).
Bourton ladies beat the men.
Second event in the club’s race series.
Catch our photo gallery of 11 pictures from the Ilmington 10k (photos courtesy of Barry Cornelius).
David enjoying the sun - photo by Barry Cornelius.
Other reports may be found on our recent race reports page.