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Last night there were three junior races (under 8s, under 10s and under 12s).  Despite the conditions, all the competitors worked really hard, and they kept running all the way round a very steep and slippery course (I know I fell over).

Here are some photos selected from all three children’s races to illustrate how a race should be run. 

Firstly don’t forget the paper work:

Next, it is important to listen to the instructions:

Then you must make sure you are properly warmed up:

Settle the spectators:

Check out the opposition:

Make sure you get a good start and go for it:

Then look for the marshals:

Keep the pace going:

Sprint for the finish:

Scrape off as much of the mud as possible:

“Now, where are those sweets I was promised”:

Thank you to John F-S and Mike G for the photos.