Athletics: Christa Cain second in Athens 10km

Manx athlete sets new personal record

Isle of Man athlete Christa Cain finished second in the Athens 10km on Sunday (9 November). 

Competing in the Greek Championships, Christa finished on the women's podium with a new personal best of 34 minutes and 46 seconds - over a minute behind winner Anastasia Marinakou.

The Manx athlete was invited to take part in the event by Pro Direct Sport and Adidas. 

Christa was the only British runner to finish on the podium in a weekend of sporting events which included the Athens Marathon.