Paddy Leonard, 31 Aug
The organisers of the 41st Waterside Half Marathon have announced that
Sunday's race start will be preceded by a one minute's applause in
honour of the late Charlie Large, a stalwart of the event who sadly
passed away last week.
A spokesperson said: "Charlie loved the Waterside Half and he was
rightly honoured with a Civic Reception from the Mayor last year, along
with the other founding committee members, on the occasion of the
event’s 40th anniversary.
"Charlie’s expertise in athletics administration and event management
has been a central element of the race’s success and it’s fair to say
we wouldn’t have the renowned event we have today without him.
"The one minute’s applause at the start of the event is a chance for
runners, supporters and event staff to show their appreciation for that
and to let his family know they remain in our thoughts."