Photos by: Tomas Greally

RACE REPORT

A superb day in Raheny for the annual 5 mile event. Record numbers of 3201 signed up for this event making it the most successful yet in it's 31 year history. Well done to all who took part and the huge efforts made by Pat Hooper and his team from Raheny Shamrock AC. This was an incredible turn out by clubs and runners from all over the country.

Runners came from the four corners of the country which can be seen spread through the results. A very mild January day added to the great atmosphere, that was enjoyed at the start and finish line area. Prior to the Big Race, the children's races provided some very exciting action and added to whole party like atmosphere, with thousands of onlookers cheering tomorrows young talent on...

The main event itself was filled with top class runners in both the Men's and Ladies categories. The most inspiring aspect to the event was the spread of runners from top class Athletes to new beginners, and those who just love to get out and run without the competitive edge. Everybody was most welcomed by the Raheny Shamrock AC Club.

Some large attendances from the Dublin clubs such as Crusaders AC, Brothers Pearse AC, Balbriggan & District, Clonliffe Harriers, Donore Harriers, Tallaght AC , Sportsworld, Raheny Shamrock AC and the list goes on. Out side of Dublin was extremely well represented by Droghheda & District, Dunboyne AC, Start of the Sea, Sligo AC and all the way from East Antrim they came to take part.

This was part of the Lord Mayor's 5 Alive Challenge Series, which is proving to be a huge success in getting people active and socially involved in running. The next event of the Lord Mayor's Challenge Series will be the MSB St. Patrick's Festival 5k on March 20th. Other groups similar to this in high attendance were the Runners Support Page, and Sloggers to Joggers. The social aspect around these events is very evident, creating great hype and anticipation to events around the city. Long may this trend continue and feed through to the next generation of runners.

This year's event was won by local Man Mick Clohissey of Raheny Shamrock AC, which was fitting to the day. The Ladies event was also filled with class and taking the top spot was Mary Cullen of North Sligo AC. You can check out all results below.

Stats:

Total Participants 2,834

Total Runners finished 2,727 : Male: 1501 Female: 1226

Walkers: 107

click on your name to see 5 second video clip attached to your results. View on PC or lap top.

You can enjoy a whole host of Photos and video. Please come back to this page as new video and links to will be updated over the coming days with added photos and video..

Photos: We have some photos available on our Facebook page with more to be added.

Eoin Fegan also has some excellent photos on his Flickr page more to follow

You will be able to view finish line video of yourself crossing the finish line attached to individual results over the coming 24 hrs

VIDEO

Check out the start line video with a wave of runners on the off. Click on image below

At the moment you will see Finish Line Video on our Face book page. There is also video taken with action on the course. Go to MyRunResults Facebook Page Timeline Below video of first 17 mins...click on image.

We hope you had a great day and many more to come. We will keep you posted on future events like Raheny 5 Mile.

Axa Raheny 5mile Road Race

Runners Distribution by Class