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Thousands of runners take part in Cork City Marathon

The marathon had 550 international participants from over 26 countries
The marathon had 550 international participants from over 26 countries

Thousands of runners have taken part in the Cork City Marathon.

The first runner across the line was Chris Jeuken from Co Clare. He finished the race in 2:18.

Evelyn Twomey was the first woman to finish the race with a time of 2:54.

Jake O'Regan and Niamh Allen won the half-marathon. Mr O'Regan finished the race in 1:06 and Ms Allen in 1:10. She finished third in the half-marathon overall.

The 10km race was won by Fearghal Curtin in a time of 29:46, with Hannah Steeds winning the women's 10km in a time of 34:51.

The marathon had 550 international participants from over 26 countries.

More than 1,000 volunteers helped organise and supervise the event.

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Council 'deeply saddened' after woman in her 20s dies at race

A woman in her 20s died following the race today.

It is understood she had completed the course when she became unwell.

She was from the north side of the city.

In a statement, Cork City Council said it is "deeply saddened to confirm that a participant in the Cork City Marathon has tragically passed away.

"The person was attended to immediately by the emergency services on the scene.

"Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the deceased."

Gardaí said a file will be prepared for the Coroner.

Elsewhere, tens of thousands of women took part in the VHI Women's Mini Marathon in Dublin.

Additional reporting: Paschal Sheehy