Two Great North Run competitors die after collapsing during half-marathon
Two men collapsed during ‘the world’s biggest half-marathon’ (Picture: Getty)
Two young men taking part in the Great North Run have died after collapsing during the half-marathon.
Both were aged 25 and from the North East of England and died despite the ‘very best efforts’ of paramedics.
Work is ongoing to ascertain their cause of death.
The Great Run Company said: ‘Everyone involved in organising the Great North Run extends their heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the two participants.
63,000 runners took part in the Newcastle to South Shields run (Picture: Getty)
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‘We are continuing to support their families during this incredibly difficult time, and our thoughts and sympathies are with all those who loved and knew them.’
The organisers said that no further details will be released out of respect for the men’s families.
Some 63,000 runners took part in the 45th staging of the Newcastle to South Shields run, with Andy Burnham becoming the first sitting prime minister to take part.
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