Birmingham Transplant Athletes Shine at British Games
Birmingham transplant recipients showcase resilience at the British Transplant Games, competing in various sports to celebrate life and organ donation.
Category : Athletics
Woman Told She Wouldn't Walk Again Runs Chester Half Marathon
Christine Lloyd, told she might never walk after a 2017 accident, completed the Chester Half Marathon in 2h10m to thank Wales Air Ambulance for saving her life.
Local Swimmers and Coach Selected for Euro Junior Champs
Congratulations to three local swimmers and a head coach selected for the European Junior Championships. Also, Micro League action and Spring Mile results.
McGinn: Grealish, Robertson Success Fuelled Trophy Desire
Aston Villa captain John McGinn says watching former teammates Jack Grealish and Andy Robertson win major trophies inspired his drive for European glory.
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Swim School Owner Raises Thousands for Children's Charity
Maria Gray, owner of Puddle Ducks Chelmsford & North East London, completed the London Marathon with her husband Jon, raising over £3,000 for Swim4Louey, a charity teaching underprivileged children to swim.
Ripon Couple Complete 10 Marathons in 10 Days at Windermere
Rob and Katie Harrison from Ripon ran 10 marathons in 10 days at Lake Windermere, raising nearly £7,000 for the Brathay Trust, which supports disadvantaged children.
Pontypridd teen's bid for GB inline hockey glory
Rhys Castle, 14, from Pontypridd, launches a GoFundMe to fund his trip to the State Wars tournament in the US, aiming to secure a spot at the 2026 European Inline Hockey Championships in Ireland.
BBC Loses Commonwealth Games Rights After 72 Years
After 72 years, the BBC loses broadcasting rights for the Commonwealth Games. Channel 5 secures a highlights deal for Glasgow 2026, while TNT Sports holds live rights.
Merseyside Swimmers Excel at Manchester Meet
City of Liverpool swimmers dominated the Manchester Meet with multiple golds, while Wirral Metro and Southport also impressed. Personal bests were set across numerous events.
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Wolves Injury Boost: Krejci and Bueno Fit for Brighton
Wolves receive injury boost as Ladislav Krejci and Hugo Bueno are declared fit for Brighton clash, but Jose Sa remains sidelined with an ankle injury.
City of Liverpool Top Regional Champs Medal Table with 115
City of Liverpool won 115 medals at the Regional Championships in Wavertree, including 47 golds. Thomas Rickels and James Graham starred with multiple golds and personal bests.
Thanet Swimming Star Parker Shines at South East Finals
Year 6 pupil Parker won the 400m freestyle at the South East regional finals, shaving four seconds off his personal best and qualifying for 11 events.
Capital Run Club with Holland & Barrett T&Cs 2026
Read the full terms and conditions for the Capital Run Club with Holland & Barrett event in London, including run rules, venue entry, and cancellation policies.
500th Barclay Parkrun Attracts Record 211 Runners
The 500th Barclay parkrun in Hoddesdon saw a record 211 participants, special guests, and a vibrant community spirit. The free 5km event promotes health and wellbeing.
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Great Birmingham Run 2026: 18,000 Runners Celebrate
Over 18,000 participants took part in the AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run 2026, earning a music-themed medal. See our gallery of the event.
Great Birmingham Run 2026 Junior Event: Key Details
All you need to know about the Junior and Mini Great Birmingham Run at Alexander Stadium, including start times, routes, and entry rules.
Great Birmingham Run 2026 Junior Event Prepares at Alexander Stadium
The Junior and Mini Great Birmingham Run takes place this Saturday at Alexander Stadium, with young runners aged 3-15 completing courses from 1.5km to 2.5km.
Merseyside Swimmers Excel at Northwest Regional Championships
Merseyside swimmers achieved multiple golds and personal bests at the second weekend of the Northwest Regional Championships in Manchester, with strong performances across events.
Solihull Man Smashes Guinness World Record at London Marathon
Dan Hudson broke the record for fastest marathon in a microphone costume, but poor visibility turned the final miles into a nightmare.
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Brentwood Pupils Run Mini London Marathon
12 pupils from Hogarth Primary School in Brentwood participated in the Mini London Marathon, running 2.6k and crossing the iconic finish line, inspiring a love for running.
Sawe Breaks Two-Hour Mark at London Marathon
Kenyan Sabastian Sawe wins London Marathon in 1:59:30, becoming first to break two hours in an official race, with three men faster than previous world record.
85-Year-Old Sandy Cawley to Run Great Birmingham Run
Sandy Cawley, 85, is running the AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run on May 3 after taking up running at age 70. She is one of 65 WRAC members fundraising for female veterans.
Canterbury Accountant Runs Marathon for Heart Research
Canterbury accountant Eddi Taylor and his brother Oli will run the London Marathon in memory of their father, who died from undiagnosed heart disease. They've raised nearly £6,000 for the British Heart Foundation.
Siblings Run London Marathon for Stillborn Baby Jacob
Jordan and Niamh Mulligan from Nottingham are running the London Marathon in memory of Jordan's stillborn son Jacob, raising funds for Sands charity.
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Maddie Down Juggles A-Levels and Commonwealth Dreams
Para-sprinter Maddie Down from Halesowen faces pressure from teachers, not coaches, as she prepares for A-Levels and the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
First-Time Marathoner Zarine Dastur Takes on London Marathon
Finance manager Zarine Dastur, 44, will run the TCS London Marathon for East Anglia's Children's Hospices, raising nearly £1,400. Despite fear, she aims to finish.
Team GB Water Polo Coach Dies in Hotel Tragedy
Andrew McGinty, 34, coach of England and Great Britain water polo squads, died by suicide in a Bury hotel. Inquest records conclusion of suicide.
Ware Joggers Triumph at Historic Hillingdon 20-Mile Race
Ware Joggers achieved a stunning victory at the world's oldest 20-mile road race, with Michael Waddington winning overall and setting a club record, while Cate Campany and others also excelled.
Darren Campbell Optimistic for UK Athletics' Big Summer
Team GB sprint legend Darren Campbell expresses confidence in British athletes ahead of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, highlighting home advantage and emerging talent.
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Sir Roger Bannister: Neurologist and Running Legend Dies at 88
On this day in 2018, the world lost Sir Roger Bannister, the pioneering English neurologist who made history by running the first sub-four-minute mile. His legacy spans both sports and medicine.
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