It’s been a long time coming for seasoned veterans and relative newcomers to the world of jogging but organisers at Fylde Coast Running ensured the comeback was smooth for the Blackpool Bounce Back 10k.
A crowd of 300 runners were signed up to take part in the event, plus 200 completing it virtually and remotely.
The event was won by Chris Walton, 36, a member of the Blackburn Harriers club, who finished in 37 minutes and 10 seconds.
Second was 40-year-old James Pattinson, of the Altrincham and District Athletics Club, who crossed the line after 38 minutes and one second, while unaffiliated James Otto, 37, came third with a time of 38 minutes and 58 seconds, records showed.
The race started at 9am on Sunday on the Middle Walkway, near to the Grand Hotel Blackpool (formerly the Hilton) with anti-Covid measures in place.
The event was won by Chris Walton, 36, a member of the Blackburn Harriers club, who finished in 37 minutes and 10 seconds.
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Organisers behind the 10k run, Fylde Coast Runners, thanked all those taking part on the Promenade and remotely for their support.
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The Blackpool Bounce Back 10k welcomed both seasoned veterans and relative newcomers to the world of jogging
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Runners who adhered to strict Covid measures to take part praised the organisation of the event