Two runners died during Great North Run
Two 25-year-old men died after collapsing during the Great North Run half marathon held on Sunday. The event's organizer confirmed that both participants were from the north-east of England and passed away despite medical intervention. The causes of death are currently under investigation, while the organizers express their condolences to the victims' families.
- ▪Two 25-year-old men died after falling ill on the Great North Run course.
- ▪Both victims were from the north-east of England and died despite the efforts of the medical team.
- ▪The Great North Run is in its 45th year and attracted 63,000 participants.
- ▪The causes of death will be determined in due course by the relevant authorities.
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Two runners died during Great North RunImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The men died after falling ill on the Great North Run course, organisers sayByEvie LakeNorth East and CumbriaPublished14 September 2026, 14:24 BSTUpdated 4 minutes agoTwo 25-year-old men have died after collapsing during the Great North Run, the event's organiser said.Both participants died after falling ill on the half marathon route on Sunday, which runs from Newcastle to South Shields.The Great Run Company said both men were from the north-east of England and passed away despite the best efforts of the event's medical team.A spokesperson said the causes of death will be determined in due course."We are continuing to support their families during this incredibly difficult time, and our thoughts and…
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