32 inspiring photos of the Great North Run 2023- can you spot yourself?
The Great North Run 2023 was certainly one to remember!
Yesterday’s Great North Run was a memorable one.
60,000 runners took part in the annual pilgrimmage to South Shields, marking months of training, fundraising and hard work.
However for many the celebrations were cut short by the extreme weather which took hold of the North East later that afternoon.
Flooding meant many were stranded at the finish, with the Metros being temporarily suspended causing delays and some of the longest queues people have ever witnessed.
But let’s remember the good times. Here are 32 amazing photos of runners completing the famous course.
However for many the celebrations were cut short by the extreme weather which took hold of the North East later that afternoon.
5. Showing their support
Children cheering on loved ones Credit: Stu Norton
6. Go Steve!
Amazing support from the crowd Credit: Stu Norton
7. All smiles
Great North Run 2023 runner Steve Marshall heads down the John Reid Road with the finish line almost in site. Credit: Stu Norton
8. Super Mario
Super Mario takes on the run Credit: Stu Norton