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Paddy Hamilton wins iconic Race to The Stones

PHOTO: Paddy Hamilton wins the iconic Race to The Stones 100k Ultra in Wiltshire England on Saturday.

Celebrated as Britain’s oldest path, the Race to the Stones (Wiltshire, England) 100km route follows the historic trail past Wayland’s Smithy, Uffington White Horse and Barbury Castle before reaching the iconic ancient Stone Circle at Avebury.

The iconic Race to the Stones Ultra attracts over 2,500 participants, but it was Paddy Hamilton who put in an incredible performance to come out as the overall winner in a time of 8hrs 20 minutes.

Ronan hits yet another Personal Best.

PHOTO : Ronan Halpenny racing his way to another PB time at the Co.Down 5k championships in Downpatrick https://www.facebook.com/KeepFitIreland

It doesn’t seem to matter the distance, for Ronan Halpenny and his great performances recently. Ronan stepped up for the Co.Down 5k Championchip Ireland event in the Downpatrick town centre. Ronan had another great run, finishing his 5k run in a time of 18mins and 46 seconds.