The Southern Track & Field Championship for Race Walking and Multi-events was as usual held in Bedford as logistics prevent holding all the events in the main venue. The excellent facilities at this track made it a great day for spectators enjoying the hot, if rare, sunshine. The competitors found the sudden rise in temperature more problematic which affected almost all. For this reason Surrey Walking Club’s Steven Crane’s relatively poor time should not distract from his silver medal and while the field was disappointing  he made the required effort. Surrey had a commendable three out to support the event but unfortunately the strict judging appropriate for such a high level event  ruled out a brave effort by David Hoben to find some pace.

 

Results:

2. S.Crane 28 min 10 sec; 5.P.Hannell 29 min 22 sec.