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Parkrun records nearly 100 participants

A total of 18 personal best times were recorded with 95 participants taking on the 5km course.

October 2, 2019
Marina Schoombee Less than a minute
Ready, steady, go at the parkrun on Saturday, 28 September. (Photo: Supplied)

Athletes once again took part in the parkrun at the Standerton River Park on Saturday, 28 September.

It was the 84th event during which three first-timers took part. A total of 18 personal best times were recorded with 95 participants taking on the 5km course.

Milestones were also celebrated and Vidhya Daya completed his 50th parkrun and Hugh Robertson facilitated smooth running for the 25th time.

Vidhaya Daya celebrates her 50th parkrun on 28 September with the entourage joining in the milestone. (Photo: Supplied)
This group tried to make sure everybody was ready for a smile when the photographer focused on them.
The friendly high-five at the Parkrun on Saturday, 28 September. (Photo: Supplied)

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https://standertonadvertiser.co.za/96587/gallery-participants-give-parkrun/

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October 2, 2019
Marina Schoombee Less than a minute

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