Pre-Race: Weather forecasts predicted heavy rain and high winds, so few people expected fast times. It seemed the end of Brighton's charmed run of consistently great weather for every marathon.
Race-Day: Mild, cloudy weather with moderate wind and sunshine for the finish. Several international athletes graced the start-line and an impressive course record of 2:09:25 was set by William Chebor (despite having to stop mid-race to re-tie a shoe-lace!).
New PB's for Emma, Helen and Jim. Not sure if Anthony, Ben, Robin, Dean and Jean got PB's but the finish times were excellent anyhow.
Thanks to everyone giving support. Such a boost to hear "Go Mid-Sussex".
Helen Graham 3:36:04
Emma Goodhead 3:43:01
Jean Fish 5:50:08
Jim Graham 2:52:09
Anthony Vince 3:20:53
Ben Stepney 3:41:26
Robin Monaghan 3:47:29
Dean Allen 4:48:33
Post-Race: Terrific party atmosphere with huge crowds on the beach in sunshine. Music, beer and fast-food. A great advert for the city. Lots of MSTC signed up for Brighton Marathon 2015 already.
Jim Graham
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