Lookback over the women’s mini-marathon on a glorious bank holiday Sunday. Hot, tough conditions for racing on the course now run the opposite way round to the original which winds its way out of the city down Leeson street to Donnybrook, the N11 and back in, finishing in Baggot Street.

Many of the ladies wore black ribbons to remember their late teammate Karen Behan who ran this many times.

First home was Sinead Lambe in 15th place and it was great to finally see Aedin Corr back racing really well in her first 10k on the road. Niamh O’Neill the youngest competitor, acquitted herself really well despite the fast start. We had 18 out in very good times, 3 in the top 30 and mini first timer Pam white got a PB. Joan Lennon had to stop to help a heatstroke afflicted runner and still did 47 minutes.

Afterwards, the group adjourned to the Hairy Lemon for rest and refreshment.

Thanks to the supporters out on the course.

Results in full

Sinead Lambe 38.22
Aedin Corr 38.34 PB
Niamh O’Neill 41.01
Amy Moriarty 42.01
Fiona Hegarty 42.26
Karla Doran 43.33
Mairead Kirby 44.40
Jill Dempsey 44.58
Julia Hackett 45.26
Nicola Dowdall 46.14
Joan Lennon 47.24
Sian O’Connor 47.42
Pam white 47.59
Mary Murphy 55.03
Michelle Dawson 55.28
Michele Murphy 58.53
Audrey 75.46
Joan McTiernan (walked) 95.30