Flooding hampers Bedford 5 and 10 mile race

Sunday's ATW Bedford 5 mile and 10 mile races took an interesting turn following the recent downpours which meant a last minute alteration to the course to avoid flooded sections and leading to a rather unexpected shortening of the 5 mile distance for runners. Nonetheless runners were still able to benefit from a scenic, traffic-free route along Bedford embankment and out to the nearby picturesque Priory lake. For Biggleswade AC, 19 runners took part across the two race distances, with some inspired to sign up following last year's Club bingo challenge to do a 5 or 10 mile race in the new year. Leading the charge for Biggleswade in the 5 miler was Kishan Modi, finishing in a time of 28:29 and coming a fantastic 16th overall out of 317 runners. There were also several top 5 age category placings across the BAC team, with Natalie Morgan (2nd), Ian Grimwood (2nd), Andy Hedley (2nd), Stephen Atkins (3rd), Giles Hawthorne (4th), and Deb Bryant (5th). Unlike the 5 mile race, the 10 mile race was true to the distance and saw respectable times achieved by all BAC participants. Rob Morgan crossed the finish line first for the blue and yellows with a time of 1:06:27 and placing 3rd in his age category. Rob was followed shortly after by Phil Rowlett in 1:10:10 and Nicky Upperton in 1:13:31 and although hindered by a congested start both Phil and Nicky still came away with PBs on the day so many congratulations to them.

Biggleswade AC results in full:

(Photo credit: Jennie Day)