Winners confirmed after weather-hit Manx Mountain Marathon events

Route changes introduced for safety as hundreds take part in fell running challenge

The winners of this year’s Manx Mountain Marathon and Half Manx Mountain Marathon have been confirmed following a day of racing impacted by weather conditions.

In the full marathon, Thomas Felton-Smith took first place in the men’s race, completing the course in 4 hours 58 minutes and 9 seconds.

The first woman home was Katia Tastagh, finishing in 6 hours 39 minutes and 8 seconds.

Meanwhile, in the half marathon, Harry Kneen claimed victory overall and was also the fastest under-23 finisher, crossing the line in 1 hour 54 minutes and 38 seconds.

The women’s race was won by Nikki Arthur, who finished in 2 hours 8 minutes and 47 seconds.

The events, which form part of the Callin Wild Manx Fell League, saw close to 300 competitors take part, including a significant number travelling from off-Island.

Organisers made a late decision to alter part of the route due to forecast strong winds, particularly along exposed sections of the coastal path between Fleshwick and Bradda.

Runners were instead diverted inland along the Ernie Broadbent Walk before rejoining the original course near the finish.