A WORLD Championship runner has signed up to take part in this year’s Worcester City 10k.
Jenny Meadows, who has won track medals in the 800 metres at the World and European Championships, will join thousands of runners on the streets of Worcester on Sunday, September 18.
Having competed at the highest level of athletics for 15 years, Ms Meadows became one of the most consistent performers for her country winning multiple medals, including a gold at the European Indoor Championships in 2011 and winning the prestigious global Diamond League series, also in 2011.
Ms Meadows was also captain of Great Britain during the European Indoor Championships in Gothenburg in 2013.
As her first 10K road race since retiring from international track competitions ahead of the Rio Olympic Games, she will follow the likes of Paula Radcliffe in 2014 and Jo Pavey last year.
She said: “Although I’ve hung up the competitive spikes, athletics is still a huge part of my life and I’m looking forward to the next chapter where I can attend events such as the Worcester City Run to promote the positive benefits that my sport offers everyone. If you haven’t entered already, I urge you to join me in one of the most stunning city 10Ks in the country.”
Now in its third year, the event is being organised by Steve Cram’s company Events of the North, in partnership with Worcester City Council.
Steve Cram, founder and organiser of the Worcester City 10K, said:“Jenny is one of the most talented and gutsy athletes that Great Britain has produced in the last two decades.
“Now that Jenny has finished her track career, I know that she will continue to be voice for good in our sport and a great inspiration to the running community. We are delighted that she will with us in Worcester and will enjoy the fabulous atmosphere during the 10K.”
The 2016 Worcester City 10K, Run-Bike-Run and Young Athletes Run will all take place on Sunday, September 18 and places are available at www.worcestercityrun.com.
