The sun kept its hat on with grey skies and a stiff breeze greeting the runners on the Hoe for the Plymouth half marathon last Sunday morning.
The race was dominated by Exmouth Harrier Tom Merson who led from gun to tape. However, Tavistock Run Project were once again prominent, with three athletes placing in the top 20 and solid performances from all those taking part.
Liam Nicholls led the club home with a 5th place finish in 1 hour 16 mins, followed by Alex Peyton Jones and Ray Tew in 1 hour 20 and 1 hour 22 respectively. Other notable performances saw Crispin Chambers claim 2nd over 60 prize, Umberto Begonzoni decimated his personal best over the distance and Hannah Smith placing in the top 10 females.
Full Results;
Liam Nicholls 1;16;32
Alex Peyton-Jones 1;20;36
Ray Tew 1;22;06
Lewis Mill 1;28;35
Crispin Chambers 1;29;34
Hannah Smith 1;35;05
Claire Fraser 1;36;01
Corin Russell 1;36;01
Umberto Bergonzini 1;40;25
Emma Baker 1;43;48
With many of his team mates running in Plymouth, Ben Neale made the trip up the M5 to take part in the Cheltenham half marathon. As part of his final preparation for the London Marathon next month Ben ran strongly to take 3 rd place in a time of 1 hour 10 mins 55 secs.
Finally the previous monday saw a number of TRP runners contest the Peter Tavy Plod, a 5 mile run around the village of Peter Tavy. Now in its 19 th year the run is a popular throwback to the days of less commercial races. This is year the race attracted runners from as far away as Kent but the event was dominated by TRPs Oliver Smart who won for the second time. He was joined by club mates Alex Peyton Jones, Pete Moyse,Crispin Chambers and a welcome return to running for Ami Peyton Jones who has been battling injury.
The club is slowly bouncing back from the effects of Coronavirus and building towards the upcoming cross country season. Anyone who wants to know more about TRP or maybe wants to join the club, feel free to contact Dave Chanter on 07815318145 or check out the clubs website.
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