"Serious sport has nothing to do with fair play…it is war minus the shooting."
Great City Games North 2014
Stuart was in Newcastle for the Great City Games North and the Great North Run in early September. A unique and exciting aspect of the Great North Run is that this p>year the one millionth finisher will be recognized.
Did I mention that the 1 millionth finisher will be this year
Our hero on the track!
Andy Turner (right)Laura Weightman and Greg Ruther on the track. Photo: Pete Matthews
You can just about see the track - under the bridge - right centre!
With many of the athletes only arriving on the Saturday, it was not possible for Stuart to arrange a get together but he had lots of individual meetings.
Tiffany Porter on her way to victory in the 100 metres hurdles
Three Great City Races in 2014 for Tiffany
And three wins
The nearest Christine is likely to get to running a half marathon