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May 2023

Last Updated: 31/05/2023
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Olympic gold medalist Jonny Brownlee to appear at Harrogate 10k

by Calvin Robinson Chief Reporter

| 31 May, 2023
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Jonny Brownlee, Olympic Gold medalist.

Olympic gold medalist Jonny Brownlee is set to appear at this year's Harrogate 10k.

The annual event, which is celebrating its fifth year, will be held on Sunday, July 2, and start and finish at the Harrogate Sports and Fitness Centre.

British triathlon star Brownlee will present prizes to the top three runners in each award category.

The 33-year-old has won three Olympic medals in his career, including bronze in the individual triathlon at London 2012 and silver in the same race at Rio 2016.

He went on to win gold in the mixed relay at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020.

The event organisers, local running club Harrogate Harriers, are gearing up for the event with over 90 members volunteering to accommodate runners of all levels.



The race will also see a fun run with children in school years 2-5 completing 1.3 km, and years 6-9 completing 2.5 km.

Sue Moul, race director and Harrogate Harriers club member, said: 

"Harrogate Harriers are looking forward to welcoming 1,000 runners back to the Harmony Energy Run Harrogate 10k and fun run in 2023. 
“Our beautiful course through the Crimple Valley and our Kids Fun Run means that this is something all the family can enjoy. The support of Harmony Energy is crucial as it enables us to share our love of running with our wider community.”


Peter Kavanagh, CEO of Harmony Energy which sponsors the race, said: 

"We're delighted to be back supporting such a brilliant local event. It’s great to see people of all ages taking part. 
"Good luck to all those participating.”


For more information on the race and how to take part, visit the event website here.




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