Monday, October 5


A runner has died after taking part in Cardiff Half Marathon.

Event organisers Run4Wales said on Monday that the participant had died, adding: “We’d like to acknowledge the event and hospital medical teams who reacted with great speed and professionalism.

“Our deepest sympathies go out to the runner’s family and friends.”

It said no further details would be released “in respect of the family’s wishes”.

Sunday’s race was the 23rd edition of the the 13.1 mile (21km) route, which saw about 30,000 people take to the streets.

In 2024, 37-year-old Stephen Jenkins died in hospital after collapsing at the finish line.

In 2019, Ben McDonald, 25, and Dean Fletcher, 32, crossed the finish line within minutes of each other, and both died after going into cardiac arrest.



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