Robbie Barnes was once again the toast of Marlborough after a superb effort in the Wellington Marathon on Sunday. The event doubled as the NZ Marathon Championships and was Robbie’s first ever attempt at the 42.2km distance. He was rewarded with another national title.
Despite the severe storm that had rocked the captial before-hand, nine club members made it to the start line for their various events. Organisers were forced to alter the marathon course due to weather damage. Conditions on the day were cool but ideal for running.
Marathon (440 finishers):
Robbie Barnes 2hrs 51min 12sec. (25th overall; 2nd M50-59; 1st NZ Champs M50-54)
Half Marathon (1563 finishers):
Brent McKay 1hr 37min 00sec. (112th M20-39)
Jess Barnes 1.46.24 (4th F00-19)
Steve Olsen 1.52.17 (64th M50-59)
Michelle Harris 1.54.39 (40th F40-49)
Cara Shirley 2.16.31 (428th F20-39)
10km Run (1288 finishers)
Dale Smit 41min 22sec. (19th M20-39)
10km Walk (330 finishers)
Leanne Barnes 1hr 17min 31sec. (8th F40-49)
Kids Magic Mile (468 finishers)
Anna Barnes 6min 51 sec. (13th Female)
Results
NZ Marathon Champs Results Provisional