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Friends and fitness motivate participants in the 21st Jersey Marathon
Overview
Runners from around the world, ranging from six to over 75 years old, are preparing to take part in the 21st Jersey Marathon. Over 2,250 participants are expected for the event, which includes a 26.2-mile main race, a relay event, and a marathon mile. Participants are motivated by various reasons, including raising money for charities and memorial gardens, keeping fit, and celebrating milestone birthdays.
Key points
- More than 2,250 participants from 19 different countries are expected to take part in the 21st Jersey Marathon.
- Road closures and restrictions are scheduled across multiple parishes in Jersey between 07:30 and 16:00 BST.
- Malcolm Wheatley is running in a relay team from Faithful Companions of Jesus Primary School to raise money for a remembrance garden dedicated to a late colleague.
- Charlie Pallot is the top fundraiser for the event, raising over £7,600 for Cancer Research UK in support of his mother and grandmother.
- Other runners, such as Jayne Golborne, Paul Welling, and Adam Atkins, are participating to achieve personal fitness goals, celebrate milestone birthdays, and support local causes.