The British Golden Jubilee 10k Open Road Race

Sunday 21st July was the 'British Golden Jubilee 10k Open Road Race' in central London. Approximately 12,500 (largest 10k in the UK) runners started the race along Piccadilly past many of London's famous landmarks, St James's Palace, Trafalgar Square, Whitehall & Houses of Parliament, St Paul's Cathedral and the London Eye, finishing along the Embankment.

Preceding the race was a precession of commonwealth countries followed up by 300 runners raising money for the New York Fire Brigade and victims of September 11th, lead by 3 of the firemen who were at ground zero. Elite runners included Zola Budd, Steve Cram and Mark Steinle. [I believe Mark won the race].

Stowmarket Strider results are:

Richard Nash 43:47

Katy Nash 49:58

A well spectated race as you would expect for London and great atmosphere. For the price the race was a little disappointing with no water at the finish or any T-shirts (unless paid for) or other goodies at the finish except for a medal given to all finishers. I would equate this to a mini London Marathon, suitable to those who wish for the thrill and excitement of running a mass race in London, but at a quarter of the distance!

Rich