0:00:01 > 0:00:03- Welcome to Llanberis - in the shadow of Snowdon...
0:00:04 > 0:00:07- ..for one the most prominent races - on the Welsh calendar...
0:00:07 > 0:00:10- ..and one of the world's - most iconic marathons.
0:00:10 > 0:00:14- Over 2,500 are taking part - and any minute now...
0:00:14 > 0:00:18- ..the first athlete will be - crossing the finish line...
0:00:19 > 0:00:23- ..to claim a title so well respected - by runners of this distance...
0:00:24 > 0:00:27- ..winner of the 2016 - Brooks Snowdonia Marathon.
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0:00:38 > 0:00:41- Winning the Snowdonia Marathon...
0:00:41 > 0:00:47- ..is something many athletes aim to - do at least once in their careers.
0:00:47 > 0:00:51- That is why so many of them - come back every year...
0:00:51 > 0:00:56- ..because, believe it or not, - since the first race in 1982...
0:00:56 > 0:01:00- ..only 20 men and 20 women - have claimed the title.
0:01:00 > 0:01:04- It's the 34th running - of a race that has been called...
0:01:04 > 0:01:10- ..the most beautiful and toughest - marathon in Britain, if not Europe.
0:01:10 > 0:01:13- That is no surprise - when you consider...
0:01:13 > 0:01:16- ..the area where the runners - will run through today.
0:01:18 > 0:01:22- The first five miles take - the runners up Llanberis Pass.
0:01:22 > 0:01:25- It's a tough climb that can break - the spirit of any athlete.
0:01:26 > 0:01:29- Then there's a sharp turn - at Pen-Y-Gwryd...
0:01:29 > 0:01:32- ..which leads the - thousands down to Nant Gwynant...
0:01:32 > 0:01:36- ..past the Gwynant lakes, - Dinas and on to Beddgelert...
0:01:36 > 0:01:39- ..before turning for home - through Rhyd Ddu...
0:01:39 > 0:01:42- ..past Llyn Cwellyn and Betws Garmon - to Waunfawr.
0:01:42 > 0:01:46- The runners come off - the road for the final four miles...
0:01:46 > 0:01:50- ..come through Bwlch-y-Groes - and back to Llanberis.
0:01:53 > 0:01:56- If you think the route - is a challenge...
0:01:56 > 0:02:00- ..wait until you see - the hill profile of the race.
0:02:01 > 0:02:05- Starting from a position - of 122 metres above sea level...
0:02:05 > 0:02:08- ..the course climbs to 360 metres - at Pen-y-Pass.
0:02:09 > 0:02:12- Back down to 45 metres - in Beddgelert...
0:02:12 > 0:02:16- ..before climbing up to 147 metres - in Waunfawr.
0:02:16 > 0:02:21- They then climb up to the highest - point on the course...
0:02:21 > 0:02:24- ..Bwlch-y-Groes at 376 metres.
0:02:24 > 0:02:29- It's a total climb of 838 metres - for every runner.
0:02:30 > 0:02:34- Joining me is one of the race - organizers, Matt Ward...
0:02:34 > 0:02:37- ..who is also part - of our commentary team.
0:02:37 > 0:02:39- Matt, it's the hill profile - of the race...
0:02:40 > 0:02:42- ..that makes this - such a tough marathon.
0:02:42 > 0:02:46- The scenery is one thing - in this marathon...
0:02:46 > 0:02:49- .but the hill profile - is incredible.
0:02:49 > 0:02:51- Let's take a look at the men's race.
0:02:52 > 0:02:54- John Gilbert, who won it last year, - isn't here.
0:02:54 > 0:02:57- Russell Bentley has taken his place.
0:02:57 > 0:02:58- Yes, he's one of his mates.
0:02:58 > 0:03:01- Russell Bentley - has a really good chance.
0:03:01 > 0:03:03- What you need for this race...
0:03:03 > 0:03:07- ..is a mixture of strength, - technique and, of course, speed.
0:03:07 > 0:03:11- I think Russell Bentley - has all three qualities.
0:03:11 > 0:03:15- Matthew Roberts is going to wait - until the very final minute...
0:03:15 > 0:03:17- ..to decide whether - he's going to race.
0:03:17 > 0:03:21- Tracy McCartney, last year's women's - champion, is here...
0:03:21 > 0:03:24- ..as is local runner, - Andrea Rowlands.
0:03:24 > 0:03:28- I won't be surprised - if the women's race is very close.
0:03:28 > 0:03:30- Tracy McCartney is here...
0:03:30 > 0:03:35- ..but I think one of the strong - favourites is Joanne Nelson.
0:03:35 > 0:03:40- She was second last year and - she's been running well this year.
0:03:41 > 0:03:46- Andrea Rowlands has run this race - many times, so she's experienced.
0:03:46 > 0:03:50- Andrea certainly - has the right pedigree.
0:03:50 > 0:03:52- Angharad Mair also has a chance.
0:03:53 > 0:03:57- Matt, thank you. You will be joining - Nic Parry in the commentary box.
0:03:57 > 0:04:00- Let's first hear - from some of the those...
0:04:00 > 0:04:03- ..putting themselves - through the mill today...
0:04:03 > 0:04:06- ..and the obvious question - is "Why?".
0:04:12 > 0:04:17- I'm running this marathon because - it's the best marathon in the world.
0:04:17 > 0:04:19- Five years ago, - I said "Never again".
0:04:20 > 0:04:23- After a couple of pints - on New Year's Eve...
0:04:23 > 0:04:27- ..I decided it would be my challenge - this year and here I am today.
0:04:27 > 0:04:31- I'm very nervous because I'm running - the race for the first time.
0:04:31 > 0:04:33- I come from Cardiff...
0:04:33 > 0:04:36- ..and thought I'd come up - to run the Snowdonia Marathon.
0:04:36 > 0:04:40- I come from Harlech originally - and I've come home to run.
0:04:40 > 0:04:46- It's such a famous, tough race, - and it's on my doorstep.
0:04:46 > 0:04:49- I really just wanted - to experience it.
0:04:49 > 0:04:54- I've come here from Tredegar today - to run the marathon - my first.
0:04:54 > 0:04:57- I'm from Milton Larder running - club, Weston Super Mare.
0:04:57 > 0:05:00- I'm running Snowdonia - for the third time...
0:05:00 > 0:05:03- ..in memory of Mary Collard - and the Bone Cancer Research Trust.
0:05:04 > 0:05:08- I watched the London Marathon - and thought I'd try to run it.
0:05:08 > 0:05:12- I'm looking forward. - I've heard a lot about the run in.
0:05:12 > 0:05:15- I'm really looking forward to it but - with a bit of dread.
0:05:16 > 0:05:20- For Shane Williams, like everyone - else, the aim is to finish the race.
0:05:20 > 0:05:24- But one or two are perhaps quietly - expecting...
0:05:24 > 0:05:29- ..to emulate Tracy McCartney - and John Gilbert's feats.
0:05:30 > 0:05:34- Russell, you live locally, - but you're from Kent originally.
0:05:34 > 0:05:36- Yes, I am.
0:05:36 > 0:05:38- Yes, I am.- - Like John Gilbert who won last year.
0:05:38 > 0:05:41- You're taking his place, - we understand.
0:05:41 > 0:05:45- Yes, he has just had a little boy, - so I'd love to say hi to Anton.
0:05:46 > 0:05:50- He has had a few injuries, so - he thought he'd pass me his number.
0:05:50 > 0:05:52- Hopefully, I can do as well as him!
0:05:52 > 0:05:57- As it's your first Snowdon marathon, - are you looking forward to it?
0:05:57 > 0:06:01- It's so hilly, it's hard to know how - to play it. I'm not wearing a watch.
0:06:01 > 0:06:04- It's a very difficult ending - to this race.
0:06:04 > 0:06:09- I know. I've been deliberating - over footwear for weeks now!
0:06:09 > 0:06:14- It's 24 miles of road - and then two miles of trails...
0:06:14 > 0:06:16- ..so I've had to go - with the road shoes.
0:06:17 > 0:06:21- Hopefully, it's not too wet, but - we did get a bit of rain last night.
0:06:21 > 0:06:22- Russell, we wish you all the best.
0:06:22 > 0:06:25- Russell, we wish you all the best.- - Thank you very much, Gareth. Cheers!
0:06:25 > 0:06:28- Matthew Roberts, is there - a reason why you're on a bike?
0:06:29 > 0:06:33- I've been down to the headquarters - to have some treatment on my leg.
0:06:33 > 0:06:37- I've hurt my shin of my leg.
0:06:38 > 0:06:42- As things stand at the moment, you - haven't decided whether you'll run.
0:06:43 > 0:06:45- No. I'll see how I feel.
0:06:47 > 0:06:52- As regards the race itself, - if you don't run...
0:06:52 > 0:06:54- ..which runners - would you keep an eye on?
0:06:55 > 0:06:59- Russell Bentley runs for Eryri - Harriers and he lives in Beddgelert.
0:06:59 > 0:07:03- Russell will be going for the win, - I'm sure.
0:07:03 > 0:07:07- Callum Rowlinson, who runs - for Sale Harriers, is really good.
0:07:07 > 0:07:11- Matthew, if you run, - we wish you the best of luck.
0:07:13 > 0:07:17- Tracy, welcome back to Llanberis. - Looking forward to the marathon?
0:07:17 > 0:07:19- Very much so. It's a beautiful day.
0:07:20 > 0:07:22- It's lovely not to have the rain.
0:07:22 > 0:07:25- I'm going to try to enjoy this year - and try and get round.
0:07:25 > 0:07:27- Do what I did last year really.
0:07:28 > 0:07:29- What do you remember of last year?
0:07:30 > 0:07:35- Lots of rain. - Miles 22 and 23 were the hardest.
0:07:36 > 0:07:40- Keeping on my feet - on the way back down...
0:07:40 > 0:07:43- ..was also one - of the hardest parts.
0:07:44 > 0:07:47- Do you intend to do anything - differently this year?
0:07:47 > 0:07:50- I'm looking for a steady pace - and not set off too quick.
0:07:50 > 0:07:55- I intend to enjoy it and try to - shave off some time from last year.
0:07:55 > 0:07:58- You finished third last year...
0:07:58 > 0:08:03- ..but you didn't think - you were at peak fitness then.
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- How do you feel this year?
0:08:07 > 0:08:10- I feel okay this year.
0:08:10 > 0:08:15- I want to enjoy the race this year.
0:08:15 > 0:08:20- I love the Snowdonia Marathon.
0:08:20 > 0:08:22- How has your season gone?
0:08:22 > 0:08:25- I've done a few marathons - this season...
0:08:25 > 0:08:29- ..including - the Snowdonia Trail Marathon.
0:08:31 > 0:08:35- I want to enjoy the race - and finish it, hopefully.
0:08:38 > 0:08:42- 26.2 miles along pathways - with some of the finest views...
0:08:43 > 0:08:45- ..Snowdon has to offer.
0:08:45 > 0:08:48- Two and a half hours from now, - the only comforting view...
0:08:49 > 0:08:52- ..that will interest these runners - is the finishing line.
0:08:52 > 0:08:57- Let's join our commentary team - of Matt Ward and Nic Parry.
0:08:57 > 0:08:58- Thank you, Gareth.
0:08:59 > 0:09:03- There are more runners behind that - line than residents of Llanberis.
0:09:03 > 0:09:07- They are all waiting - for the hooter to be sounded...
0:09:07 > 0:09:12- ..by the Wales and Lions rugby star, - Shane Williams.
0:09:14 > 0:09:18- The magical, - mysterious colours of autumn...
0:09:18 > 0:09:22- ..are mirrored by the vests - sported by these runners.
0:09:23 > 0:09:27- I'm joined by Matt Ward, one of - the organisers of this iconic race.
0:09:28 > 0:09:30- What do you make - of these conditions?
0:09:31 > 0:09:33- Perfect conditions - for running marathons.
0:09:34 > 0:09:38- The wind blew itself out overnight - and it's still and dry.
0:09:41 > 0:09:45- It'll take between - twelve and fifteen minutes...
0:09:46 > 0:09:51- ..for all 2,200 or so of these - runners to cross that start line.
0:09:51 > 0:09:54- Straight into the lead - in the black and white strip...
0:09:55 > 0:09:58- ..is the man they're all - talking about, Russell Bentley.
0:09:58 > 0:10:01- All eyes will be on him - and his rivals know...
0:10:01 > 0:10:06- ..that winning the race - will entail finishing ahead of him.
0:10:07 > 0:10:10- Some are running for fun...
0:10:10 > 0:10:15- ..but there are others who take - the whole race very seriously.
0:10:17 > 0:10:20- They are all setting their watches.
0:10:21 > 0:10:25- Everyone has a personal target - to attain.
0:10:25 > 0:10:30- The bells are ringing and the - atmosphere is as thrilling today...
0:10:30 > 0:10:35- ..as it has been for every previous - running of this race.
0:10:35 > 0:10:39- We've seen plenty of drama - in the past and you can watch...
0:10:39 > 0:10:44- ..the unfolding drama of this race - when we return after the break.
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0:10:56 > 0:10:59- Welcome back to - the 2016 Brooks Snowdonia Marathon.
0:10:59 > 0:11:03- The race has started and the runners - are on their way to Nant Peris.
0:11:03 > 0:11:06- Let's join our commentators - Matt Ward and Nic Parry.
0:11:07 > 0:11:12- Thanks, Gareth. Here's a picture - of the enormity of this event.
0:11:14 > 0:11:18- It's a day to remember - for thousands of runners.
0:11:18 > 0:11:24- I can't remember a race with so - many fans lined up along the course.
0:11:24 > 0:11:30- They're watching Russell Bentley, - Paul Graham and Phil Eccleston.
0:11:31 > 0:11:33- They are the early leaders.
0:11:33 > 0:11:39- I wonder how much waving we'll - see in the 26th mile of running.
0:11:39 > 0:11:43- The easy bit at the start - is now behind them.
0:11:43 > 0:11:47- Now the challenge ahead - starts to hit home.
0:11:47 > 0:11:49- As they climb the Nant.
0:11:52 > 0:11:55- The runners face their first climb.
0:11:55 > 0:11:59- A 700ft climb - in less that five miles.
0:12:00 > 0:12:04- From Pen-y-Pass there's a steep drop - all the way to Pen-y-Gwryd.
0:12:04 > 0:12:08- This rapid ascent and descent - is brutal on the legs.
0:12:10 > 0:12:15- Shane Williams will feel right at - home to the echo of ogi, ogi, ogi.
0:12:17 > 0:12:21- Will we get a performance to match - the brilliance of that strip?
0:12:21 > 0:12:23- Is this the day for a record time?
0:12:23 > 0:12:25- Russell Bentley is going for it.
0:12:26 > 0:12:29- There's no-one ahead of him.
0:12:29 > 0:12:35- You can see the road - starting to ascend just there.
0:12:36 > 0:12:39- There's Iorwerth Roberts - in the green strip.
0:12:39 > 0:12:42- He's run every one of the - 33 races held on this course.
0:12:44 > 0:12:49- He's an amazingly sprightly - 73-year-old.
0:12:49 > 0:12:53- This is Paul Graham from Pontypridd.
0:12:53 > 0:12:57- I think Matthew Roberts - will catch him in a minute.
0:12:57 > 0:13:01- Matthew was worried - about an injury before the race.
0:13:02 > 0:13:03- There's tape on his leg.
0:13:04 > 0:13:06- What are the effects - of shin splints?
0:13:07 > 0:13:11- He'll have pain in his legs - from his knees down to his feet.
0:13:13 > 0:13:18- That will be a stabbing pain - on every climb.
0:13:19 > 0:13:24- After three miles - he's not really suffering at all.
0:13:26 > 0:13:31- He seems to have time for a glance - at the familiar scenes around him.
0:13:31 > 0:13:37- Russell Bentley is leading the men - and looking comfortably strong.
0:13:39 > 0:13:41- Tracy McCartney, leading the women.
0:13:41 > 0:13:45- She's with Gary English - who warned her last year...
0:13:45 > 0:13:48- ..when she was running - her first marathon...
0:13:48 > 0:13:52- ..that mile 23 would be a problem. - She discovered he was right too.
0:13:54 > 0:13:58- Russell Bentley is passing - the bridge at Cromlech.
0:13:59 > 0:14:01- He's aiming for Pen-y-Pass.
0:14:01 > 0:14:03- The 5K time is 19 minutes...
0:14:03 > 0:14:07- ..which is very comfortable - for a runner of his stature.
0:14:08 > 0:14:11- A minute slower than John Gilbert - last year.
0:14:11 > 0:14:16- We'll keep an eye on that comparison - as the next two reach the bridge.
0:14:17 > 0:14:21- Matthew Roberts looks up - in his red Czech Republic shirt.
0:14:23 > 0:14:25- There must be a story - behind that shirt.
0:14:26 > 0:14:29- Amongst the cluster of men - is Carla Molinaro...
0:14:29 > 0:14:32- ..running for the - first time at this venue.
0:14:32 > 0:14:35- She's second in - the women's race right now.
0:14:35 > 0:14:39- There's a clear sign - of the leaders' positions for you.
0:14:40 > 0:14:45- One is just reaching Cromlech while - the other closes in on Pen-y-Pass.
0:14:46 > 0:14:52- Bentley has a wall of fog to - run through up there. Some drizzle.
0:14:53 > 0:14:57- Joanne Nelson is over Cromlech now.
0:15:00 > 0:15:05- Behind her is Andrea Rowlands - as the women's race takes shape.
0:15:05 > 0:15:10- Rowlands is currently fourth. - She finished third last year.
0:15:10 > 0:15:14- She won in 2014. - The women's race looks quite close.
0:15:14 > 0:15:16- He's gone the wrong way.
0:15:16 > 0:15:21- There's an example of the challenges - of this Snowdon race.
0:15:22 > 0:15:27- In Wales' Year of Adventure - these runners are living the dream.
0:15:28 > 0:15:33- Matthew Roberts is there as - Paul Graham stops for a moment.
0:15:33 > 0:15:38- Further back there's - a gang of three running together.
0:15:38 > 0:15:42- Daniel Jones and Callum Rowlinson - are two of them.
0:15:42 > 0:15:47- They are all chasing the man who - has led since the hooter sounded.
0:15:48 > 0:15:54- Graham seems to be blowing quite - hard behind Rowlinson and Jones.
0:15:54 > 0:15:59- Daniel Jones has his own peculiar - running style there.
0:15:59 > 0:16:03- Tracy McCartney - is leading the women's race.
0:16:03 > 0:16:07- She's running with - her usual partner.
0:16:07 > 0:16:13- She enjoyed herself last year - and couldn't wait to return.
0:16:13 > 0:16:19- There is Shane Williams running with - his brother, David Dean Williams.
0:16:20 > 0:16:23- Here is the first man to Pen-y-Pass.
0:16:23 > 0:16:26- What do you make of the time?
0:16:27 > 0:16:30- 28 minutes 33 seconds.
0:16:31 > 0:16:35- That's an improvement - on the 5K time.
0:16:36 > 0:16:40- He was a minute behind - last year's winner at the 5K mark.
0:16:40 > 0:16:45- The gap is now down to 30 seconds - on Gilbert's time last year.
0:16:45 > 0:16:49- In the mist, Matthew Roberts - is checking his watch.
0:16:49 > 0:16:52- He looks in good order, - injured or not.
0:16:55 > 0:16:58- Running downhill is much easier - with that injury.
0:16:59 > 0:17:01- Pen-y-Pass is that location.
0:17:01 > 0:17:06- Look at that group of runners - thundering down towards Beddgelert.
0:17:08 > 0:17:11- Tracy McCartney - leads the women's race...
0:17:11 > 0:17:15- ..and she's left Gary English - behind to chase after Superman.
0:17:16 > 0:17:19- Bentley is experiencing - this new challenge...
0:17:19 > 0:17:21- ..in his first Snowdonia Marathon.
0:17:21 > 0:17:23- Downhill they will go...
0:17:23 > 0:17:26- ..and it's a different pressure - on the muscles and legs.
0:17:27 > 0:17:29- One's going up - and leading the women's race.
0:17:29 > 0:17:32- One's going down, - second in the men's race.
0:17:32 > 0:17:33- He was looking at his leg.
0:17:33 > 0:17:37- He was looking at his leg.- - Matthew was looking at his leg.
0:17:37 > 0:17:40- The time is 32 minutes, 47 seconds.
0:17:40 > 0:17:42- Tracy McCartney is quicker today.
0:17:42 > 0:17:48- That's ten seconds quicker than - she was at this point last year.
0:17:48 > 0:17:51- So at this moment, - with much better conditions...
0:17:51 > 0:17:54- ..things are going well - for the leaders...
0:17:54 > 0:17:56- ..with their eyes, perhaps, - on a record.
0:17:56 > 0:18:00- If there's one man who's going to - be able to challenge one record...
0:18:00 > 0:18:02- ..it's this man.
0:18:03 > 0:18:06- Look how smooth - Russell Bentley runs down that hill.
0:18:06 > 0:18:10- Carla Molinaro - is second at the moment...
0:18:10 > 0:18:14- ..having a little drink - and she has a smile on her face.
0:18:14 > 0:18:16- This is Huw Williams.
0:18:16 > 0:18:20- He's preparing to run the - Des Sables Marathon in the Sahara.
0:18:20 > 0:18:23- He'll be carrying 10 kilograms - on his back.
0:18:23 > 0:18:26- That is an addition - to the challenge!
0:18:29 > 0:18:31- The man at the front - of the men's race...
0:18:31 > 0:18:34- ..arrives at the Pen-Y-Gwryd Hotel.
0:18:34 > 0:18:36- Look at the terrific support.
0:18:36 > 0:18:37- Look at the terrific support.- - It's great, isn't it.
0:18:39 > 0:18:43- The runners are preparing - for the second stage of the race.
0:18:43 > 0:18:46- In Pen-Y-Gwryd - the path joins a harsh track...
0:18:47 > 0:18:51- ..which is uneven underfoot, - but at least it's downhill.
0:18:51 > 0:18:56- With Beddgelert, and halfway within - sight, the temptation is to speed...
0:18:56 > 0:19:00- ..so caution is advised - in the second part of the race.
0:19:01 > 0:19:05- The first man to leave the road - and through Cwm Dyli Gate...
0:19:05 > 0:19:08- ..and onto the uneven ground - is Russell Bentley.
0:19:08 > 0:19:10- Give us the time, please, Matt.
0:19:10 > 0:19:13- Give us the time, please, Matt.- - 34 minutes and 34 seconds.
0:19:13 > 0:19:17- Russell Bentley has run 31 minutes - on the road this year...
0:19:17 > 0:19:19- ..so that's good for him.
0:19:22 > 0:19:26- In spite of all the predictions - at the moment...
0:19:26 > 0:19:28- ..Matt still looks strong.
0:19:28 > 0:19:31- He's got balance - and he's on such familiar ground.
0:19:31 > 0:19:35- And this group have stayed - with each other so tightly...
0:19:35 > 0:19:38- ..behind the two which are in front.
0:19:38 > 0:19:42- Paul Graham, Daniel Jones - and Callum Rowlinson.
0:19:44 > 0:19:48- Tracy McCartney and look, - here's Carla Molinaro.
0:19:48 > 0:19:52- They're next to each other - and they're having a conversation...
0:19:52 > 0:19:55- ..but the positions are changing.
0:19:55 > 0:19:59- Carla Molinaro is suddenly leading - the women's race.
0:19:59 > 0:20:03- It's obvious - that Carla has a temptation to go...
0:20:03 > 0:20:06- ..to run free, as this race says.
0:20:06 > 0:20:09- The sound of the crowd must help.
0:20:09 > 0:20:14- It's deafening at one of the - most popular places in the course.
0:20:14 > 0:20:16- Every time I see Iorwerth Roberts...
0:20:17 > 0:20:19- ..he's getting closer and closer - to his aim.
0:20:20 > 0:20:23- I'm sure the people here - realise the size of his achievement.
0:20:24 > 0:20:26- They've planned those socks!
0:20:26 > 0:20:28- Yes. Very colourful!
0:20:28 > 0:20:31- The fog above the Llanberis Pass.
0:20:31 > 0:20:34- Look at Matt Roberts - in the background.
0:20:34 > 0:20:36- He's getting nearer to Bentley.
0:20:36 > 0:20:40- Is he injured, or I wonder - was that a psychological game?
0:20:40 > 0:20:42- Matthew Roberts - is a mountain runner...
0:20:42 > 0:20:47- ..so he's on the ground - he finds most comfortable.
0:20:47 > 0:20:52- Bentley - has judged his pace perfectly.
0:20:52 > 0:20:57- For Matthew Roberts, I'd think that - the injury will be hurting a bit.
0:20:58 > 0:21:00- Matthew still looks good.
0:21:00 > 0:21:02- These three are together.
0:21:03 > 0:21:06- Yes, Daniel Jones in the blue, - a runner with Bath Club.
0:21:06 > 0:21:09- Let's have a look - at Andrea Rowlands.
0:21:09 > 0:21:13- She's coming through Cwm Dyli Gate - and is third in the women's race.
0:21:13 > 0:21:18- Molinaro's at the front, McCartney's - second, Andrea Rowlands is third.
0:21:18 > 0:21:21- It was predicted that it would - be a good women's race.
0:21:21 > 0:21:24- Iwan Edgar has had - a new technical watch.
0:21:24 > 0:21:27- He's looking at it, but I'm not - sure whether he understands it!
0:21:27 > 0:21:31- He is one of the experienced - runners over fifty in this race...
0:21:31 > 0:21:37- ..and Clark Kent has forgotten - to take off his glasses in the fog.
0:21:38 > 0:21:44- And amongst them, Carla Molinaro - still leads the women's race.
0:21:44 > 0:21:47- We'll look to see - where Tracy McCartney is.
0:21:47 > 0:21:52- She's in the background. - It's an excellent women's race.
0:21:53 > 0:21:55- An interesting fact there.
0:21:56 > 0:22:01- The mountain bike is tracking - the leader of the women's race.
0:22:02 > 0:22:04- Here's Tracy McCartney in purple.
0:22:06 > 0:22:09- Where is Andrea Rowlands, - I wonder?
0:22:09 > 0:22:11- In third place.
0:22:11 > 0:22:16- The three have been together since - Cwm Dyli Gate, they're so close.
0:22:17 > 0:22:18- Here she comes.
0:22:18 > 0:22:23- Just behind her - in the yellow vest is Joanne Nelson.
0:22:23 > 0:22:26- It's terribly close - in the women's race.
0:22:27 > 0:22:30- And hundreds are still climbing.
0:22:31 > 0:22:35- Shane Williams has been doing - what a man has to do...
0:22:35 > 0:22:39- ..he's back on the road - as he reaches Beddgelert.
0:22:40 > 0:22:43- 01:13.34 on the clock.
0:22:45 > 0:22:49- Russell Bentley is in front - as the runners arrive at Beddgelert.
0:22:49 > 0:22:51- He looks strong and comfortable...
0:22:52 > 0:22:55- ..but how will he get on - in the second half of the race?
0:22:55 > 0:22:57- You can see that after the break.
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0:23:04 > 0:23:04- Subtitles
0:23:04 > 0:23:06- Subtitles- - Subtitles
0:23:15 > 0:23:19- Welcome back to the 2016 - Brooks Snowdonia Marathon.
0:23:19 > 0:23:24- Russell Bentley is the first - to put Beddgelert behind him.
0:23:24 > 0:23:29- Two men have been following him - for quite some time.
0:23:29 > 0:23:32- Math Roberts, in second place...
0:23:32 > 0:23:37- ..has opened up a bit of a gap to - the man behind him, Daniel Jones.
0:23:38 > 0:23:43- Everyone, including Daniel Jones, - has noticed Math Roberts' leg.
0:23:43 > 0:23:47- He has been watching those in front - of him, ready to strike.
0:23:47 > 0:23:49- Gareth Roberts is waiting.
0:23:49 > 0:23:51- The front runners have gone by...
0:23:51 > 0:23:55- ..and the two-legged traffic - is getting busier.
0:23:55 > 0:23:57- With so many people here cheering...
0:23:57 > 0:24:01- ..there's a danger the runners will - think that Beddgelert is half way.
0:24:01 > 0:24:05- There's another mile to go to - half way, and psychologically...
0:24:05 > 0:24:09- ..the second half of the race - can feel longer than the first.
0:24:10 > 0:24:13- The next part of the race - in unforgiving.
0:24:13 > 0:24:16- The way up to Rhyd Ddu - and Waunfawr...
0:24:17 > 0:24:20- ..climbs uncompromisingly - for almost ten miles.
0:24:20 > 0:24:22- Despite the glorious scenery...
0:24:23 > 0:24:26- ..this is where the Snowdonia - Marathon starts showing its teeth.
0:24:29 > 0:24:33- Daniel Jones is getting ever nearer - and Matthew Roberts is wincing.
0:24:34 > 0:24:37- Yes, Matthew is really - blowing those cheeks.
0:24:38 > 0:24:42- As he looks over his shoulder, - who does he see but Daniel Jones.
0:24:42 > 0:24:46- His look was saying - "What are you doing passing me?"
0:24:46 > 0:24:48- Daniel Jones has spotted his chance.
0:24:48 > 0:24:53- Maybe we're seeing Roberts weakening - for the first time in this race.
0:24:53 > 0:24:58- Daniel Jones has moved into - second place in the men's race...
0:24:58 > 0:25:03- ..as the leader of the women's race, - Carla Molinaro, enters Beddgelert.
0:25:06 > 0:25:10- She is smiling as she runs - with a couple of the local men.
0:25:10 > 0:25:14- Michael Coralles is a Spaniard - who's moved into the area.
0:25:14 > 0:25:19- Matthew Roberts' cap has been - turned around and his tongue is out.
0:25:19 > 0:25:23- He is obviously suffering - and that's a great pity.
0:25:24 > 0:25:26- The injury has taken its toll...
0:25:26 > 0:25:29- ..but he's quickened up - and passed Daniel once again.
0:25:29 > 0:25:31- He is so determined.
0:25:31 > 0:25:36- It will be a good man who beats - Matthew Roberts in this race.
0:25:36 > 0:25:41- You wonder whether this is as tough - as it's been for him in this race.
0:25:42 > 0:25:46- Here is the first of the Eryri - Harriers to enter Beddgelert.
0:25:46 > 0:25:49- Dewi Owen is running - his fourth marathon.
0:25:49 > 0:25:55- Tracy McCartney is just behind him, - smiling and looking good...
0:25:55 > 0:25:57- ..before she begins to climb.
0:25:57 > 0:25:59- Here is Joanne Nelson.
0:25:59 > 0:26:03- Joanne Nelson has passed Andrea - Rowlands and into third place.
0:26:03 > 0:26:07- Yes, she's in great shape - for this race, Nic.
0:26:07 > 0:26:11- She won the Robin Hood Marathon - in Nottingham a month or so ago.
0:26:11 > 0:26:15- Russell Bentley approaches Rhyd Ddu - near Llyn y Gader.
0:26:15 > 0:26:19- T H Parry Williams wrote "The happy - traveller will hardly notice it...
0:26:19 > 0:26:21- "..as he gazes over - the shallow waters".
0:26:22 > 0:26:24- This man is a runner, - not a traveller.
0:26:27 > 0:26:30- Math is still putting up a fight - for second place.
0:26:31 > 0:26:35- Daniel Jones looks over the - shoulder of Matthew Roberts.
0:26:35 > 0:26:37- Roberts knows this area so well.
0:26:37 > 0:26:41- He has run this race so many times - but is obviously suffering.
0:26:44 > 0:26:46- This is one of the twelve - watering stations.
0:26:46 > 0:26:50- There are over 20,000 - cups of water available.
0:26:51 > 0:26:55- Russell Bentley takes one, and fair - play, he puts it in the bin...
0:26:55 > 0:26:58- ..just as John Gilbert did - last year.
0:27:01 > 0:27:04- It is worth listening - to the silence.
0:27:05 > 0:27:09- Four feet pounding the tarmac.
0:27:11 > 0:27:15- One of them looks more comfortable - than the other.
0:27:15 > 0:27:18- Is Math Roberts' marathon - coming to an end?
0:27:18 > 0:27:21- He has definitely slowed down.
0:27:22 > 0:27:25- Go on, Matthew, go on, lad.
0:27:25 > 0:27:26- Go on, Matthew, go on, lad.- - Finito.
0:27:26 > 0:27:31- He said "Finito" and it looks like - it is finito for him.
0:27:32 > 0:27:34- That's a great pity.
0:27:34 > 0:27:37- Unfortunately, - Matthew Roberts has had to stop.
0:27:37 > 0:27:39- He's doing some stretching.
0:27:40 > 0:27:45- He had some treatment this morning - before the race, but he's not right.
0:27:45 > 0:27:49- He takes a gel to help him but I - wonder if he'll start running again.
0:27:49 > 0:27:54- Tracy McCartney is back - leading the women's race...
0:27:54 > 0:27:56- ..with Carla Molinaro.
0:27:57 > 0:28:01- They have plenty to discuss as - they're both personal trainers.
0:28:01 > 0:28:05- They share tips but pretty soon, - one will pull away from the other.
0:28:05 > 0:28:09- It's an excellent battle - at the front of the women's race.
0:28:10 > 0:28:13- McCartney glances at her watch.
0:28:14 > 0:28:18- She is back controlling the race - and that is what she enjoys doing.
0:28:20 > 0:28:23- As you can see, the road is empty - behind Daniel Jones...
0:28:24 > 0:28:26- ..as we hear that Math Roberts - is out of the race.
0:28:27 > 0:28:29- That has now been confirmed.
0:28:29 > 0:28:32- First in the women's race - and second in the men's race.
0:28:33 > 0:28:36- Daniel Jones is running strongly...
0:28:36 > 0:28:40- ..but the question is - "Who is the strongest?"
0:28:41 > 0:28:43- Can he catch up?
0:28:43 > 0:28:46- He is three minutes behind - as he reaches Betws Garmon.
0:28:46 > 0:28:49- However, Bentley is so experienced.
0:28:49 > 0:28:51- There's a new race for third spot.
0:28:52 > 0:28:54- Rob Bridges is being chased...
0:28:54 > 0:28:58- ..by Darren King from Clowne Runners - in Chesterfield.
0:28:58 > 0:29:02- He is in his forties - and looks very strong.
0:29:02 > 0:29:05- Bridges, in front of him, - is a familiar face.
0:29:06 > 0:29:09- Angharad Mair - is also a familiar face.
0:29:09 > 0:29:12- She has Nerys Jones on her shoulder.
0:29:13 > 0:29:15- Two very experienced runners.
0:29:15 > 0:29:18- Two Welsh speakers who look happy...
0:29:18 > 0:29:23- ..and who are challenging - the leaders in the women's race.
0:29:26 > 0:29:28- There's a real battle - in front of them.
0:29:28 > 0:29:33- In the yellow, Joanne Nelson has - moved up just as she did last year.
0:29:33 > 0:29:35- She gets stronger - as the race goes on.
0:29:36 > 0:29:39- She is in second - and challenging Tracy McCartney.
0:29:39 > 0:29:43- I think she's going to pass - Tracy McCartney to lead the race.
0:29:43 > 0:29:46- McCartney is smiling as usual.
0:29:46 > 0:29:49- She knows about - and remembers Nelson.
0:29:50 > 0:29:52- Nelson is leading the women's race.
0:29:53 > 0:29:55- It's a tremendous race.
0:29:56 > 0:30:01- Nelson didn't stop, she just - went flying past Tracy McCartney.
0:30:01 > 0:30:05- Russell Bentley has admitted - to a weakness this year.
0:30:05 > 0:30:09- He says that he hit the wall in both - the Wrexham and London marathons.
0:30:09 > 0:30:11- Will it happen again today?
0:30:13 > 0:30:18- Here we are, from Waunfawr - towards Bwlch-y-Groes.
0:30:18 > 0:30:23- 376 metres is very much a wall, Nic.
0:30:23 > 0:30:27- Russell Bentley is getting stronger - with every stride.
0:30:27 > 0:30:29- He has a substantial advantage...
0:30:30 > 0:30:33- ..as he nears the toughest part - of the course...
0:30:33 > 0:30:37- ..the steep climb - from Waunfawr up to Bwlch-y-Groes.
0:30:37 > 0:30:40- If he doesn't hit - the proverbial wall...
0:30:40 > 0:30:44- ..then this year's Snowdonia - Marathon is within his reach.
0:30:45 > 0:30:48- The man who took John Gilbert's - place in the race.
0:30:49 > 0:30:50- He's a friend of John Gilbert...
0:30:51 > 0:30:54- ..and received his advice - as well as some from Rob Samuel.
0:30:54 > 0:30:58- That's what makes it a tough ask - for this man, Daniel Jones.
0:30:58 > 0:31:02- He doesn't look strong enough - to climb these hills...
0:31:02 > 0:31:04- ..but he's tough and determined.
0:31:05 > 0:31:08- But there's a master at work - ahead of him.
0:31:08 > 0:31:11- That is the look - of a determined man.
0:31:11 > 0:31:16- Darren King has done really well - to get into third place.
0:31:16 > 0:31:20- Darren King is 47 and has - Rob Bridges not far behind him...
0:31:20 > 0:31:24- ..as they turn up to Waunfawr - and pass by a feeding station...
0:31:24 > 0:31:28- ..on their way up to Bwlch-y-Groes.
0:31:28 > 0:31:31- Daniel Jones is a slight man...
0:31:31 > 0:31:35- ..which is a huge advantage - up these slopes.
0:31:35 > 0:31:40- Russell Bentley - looks strong and smooth...
0:31:40 > 0:31:43- ..as he reaches his 23rd mile.
0:31:46 > 0:31:48- The sound of his breathing.
0:31:53 > 0:31:57- This is possibly the most - challenging part of the whole race.
0:31:58 > 0:32:03- Joanne Nelson turns out of Waunfawr - onto the challenging slopes...
0:32:03 > 0:32:06- ..as she continues - to lead the women's race.
0:32:13 > 0:32:17- The children and the whole community - are out in support.
0:32:17 > 0:32:21- These two are in third and fourth. - Bridges has caught Darren King.
0:32:21 > 0:32:24- In the background - is the landscape...
0:32:24 > 0:32:28- ..that inspired Te yn y Grug by - Kate Roberts and many other tales.
0:32:28 > 0:32:31- These runners are writing - their own stories.
0:32:31 > 0:32:33- Bridges is good at going uphill.
0:32:34 > 0:32:37- His strength is showing - on the slopes of Snowdonia.
0:32:37 > 0:32:42- Tracy McCartney looks to me - like she has slowed down.
0:32:42 > 0:32:45- She looks for the turning - up to Waunfawr.
0:32:45 > 0:32:48- She isn't as strong - as she was last year.
0:32:48 > 0:32:53- It's not the place to be - if you're starting to tire.
0:32:53 > 0:32:57- If those legs start to go, despite - the applause of the children...
0:32:58 > 0:33:00- ..you would prefer - to be going downhill.
0:33:00 > 0:33:04- Andrea Rowlands is like a lioness - lurking in the background...
0:33:04 > 0:33:08- ..knowing that maybe there's - an opportunity ahead of her.
0:33:08 > 0:33:11- She is close enough - to Tracy McCartney to see her.
0:33:12 > 0:33:15- The locals will support - the local lass.
0:33:16 > 0:33:20- What is the gap between the - second and third-placed women?
0:33:20 > 0:33:25- We are waiting for that time split - as Waunfawr melts into the distance.
0:33:27 > 0:33:31- At the head of the race, the man who - is leading starts on his way down.
0:33:31 > 0:33:35- You can smell Llanberis from here.
0:33:35 > 0:33:38- It's a grey view over Dinorwig...
0:33:38 > 0:33:41- ..but it's not a grey day - for Russell Bentley.
0:33:41 > 0:33:44- The public get out - of Daniel Jones' way.
0:33:45 > 0:33:48- He's not a big man but you don't - want him running over you.
0:33:48 > 0:33:52- He is on fire and he's not stopping - for anyone, believe you me...
0:33:52 > 0:33:54- ..as he cements his second place.
0:33:56 > 0:33:59- It's clear that he's catching up - with Russell Bentley.
0:33:59 > 0:34:01- Here is Tracy McCartney.
0:34:01 > 0:34:04- Well, that's what - she was worried about.
0:34:06 > 0:34:08- Has she hit the proverbial wall?
0:34:09 > 0:34:11- Or will the rest be enough to help?
0:34:11 > 0:34:15- The relentless Andrea Rowlands - is coming up behind her.
0:34:16 > 0:34:19- I'm sure that McCartney - can hear her coming...
0:34:19 > 0:34:20- ..as she tries one more time.
0:34:21 > 0:34:24- Andrea Rowlands - is getting ever closer.
0:34:24 > 0:34:29- You feel that second place in - the women's race is going to change.
0:34:29 > 0:34:32- This could be a crucial point - in the women's race.
0:34:33 > 0:34:35- One looks comfortable - as the other starts to hobble.
0:34:36 > 0:34:38- The horse watches as - there's a change in the race.
0:34:39 > 0:34:40- Andrea Rowlands is in second.
0:34:40 > 0:34:44- This is Andrea's world, - hills and mountains.
0:34:45 > 0:34:47- Joanne Nelson glances at her watch.
0:34:47 > 0:34:50- Does she feel she can - break the record?
0:34:50 > 0:34:53- The record is in danger, - that's a fact, Nic.
0:34:54 > 0:34:58- The women's record is three hours, - five minutes and 15 seconds.
0:35:00 > 0:35:02- Forget about the women for a while.
0:35:02 > 0:35:07- All eyes are on the man - who has dominated the men's race.
0:35:07 > 0:35:11- Russell Bentley is running - his first Snowdonia Marathon.
0:35:11 > 0:35:15- He's going to remember it for ever - because he's going to win it.
0:35:15 > 0:35:20- People know this and that's why - they have gathered to watch him...
0:35:20 > 0:35:25- ..ready to welcome him - as he turns that final corner.
0:35:25 > 0:35:31- His third ever marathon, - every one of them in 2016.
0:35:31 > 0:35:34- The man from Kent - who lives in Beddgelert.
0:35:35 > 0:35:38- He's on familiar ground - and the people recognize him.
0:35:39 > 0:35:42- Just listen to the applause.
0:35:43 > 0:35:48- He is sprinting to the finish line, - holding to every second possible.
0:35:48 > 0:35:52- A Rolls Royce performance - from Bentley.
0:35:55 > 0:35:59- He's the 21st man to - win the Snowdonia Marathon.
0:36:00 > 0:36:05- It's his title as he battles - for every breath.
0:36:05 > 0:36:08- That's the size of his effort - and he's a deserved winner.
0:36:08 > 0:36:13- He gets the victory, - the memories and a trophy...
0:36:13 > 0:36:19- ..and the title, winner of - the 2016 Brooks Snowdonia Marathon.
0:36:19 > 0:36:20- .
0:36:25 > 0:36:27- Subtitles- - Subtitles
0:36:29 > 0:36:30- Welcome back.
0:36:30 > 0:36:34- Russell Bentley is the 21st man - to win the Snowdonia Marathon.
0:36:35 > 0:36:37- He wins a cup - and an interview with Gareth.
0:36:39 > 0:36:41- Russell, many congratulations.
0:36:42 > 0:36:43- How do you feel?
0:36:43 > 0:36:47- Exhausted. That's the hardest thing - I've ever done in my life.
0:36:48 > 0:36:50- Really, really hard.
0:36:50 > 0:36:53- Was leading from the start - the game plan?
0:36:53 > 0:36:57- I felt good so I thought I'd go - for it as I know the roads so well.
0:36:57 > 0:37:01- I train here day in, day out - so I felt comfortable all the way.
0:37:01 > 0:37:04- You had a significant lead - at Bwlch-y-Groes.
0:37:04 > 0:37:06- Were you aware - that the gap was closing?
0:37:07 > 0:37:09- I had no idea what was going on.
0:37:09 > 0:37:14- They were catching me up were they? - Not so good on the hills.
0:37:14 > 0:37:16- I had to work hard to keep in front.
0:37:16 > 0:37:18- I had to work hard to keep in front.- - Well done, congratulations.
0:37:18 > 0:37:24- Daniel Jones gave him a real race. - He's also making his debut here.
0:37:24 > 0:37:27- He takes second place. - There's the sight you want.
0:37:30 > 0:37:32- Congratulations, Daniel.
0:37:32 > 0:37:36- Second place in your first marathon. - Did it go as you expected?
0:37:36 > 0:37:38- A lot harder than I thought.
0:37:38 > 0:37:41- I managed to keep my pace - constant throughout.
0:37:41 > 0:37:44- I got into second and - managed to hang on to the end.
0:37:44 > 0:37:46- Pretty pleased with how I ran.
0:37:46 > 0:37:48- What was the hardest part?
0:37:48 > 0:37:51- 22 to 24 miles, probably.
0:37:52 > 0:37:55- I was trying to keep my pace - and get to the finish.
0:37:56 > 0:37:59- You represent Team Bath AC.
0:37:59 > 0:38:01- You do have Welsh connections.
0:38:01 > 0:38:04- My dad's from Harlech - and he's a Welsh speaker.
0:38:04 > 0:38:08- It means a lot running this race - because my dad grew up around here.
0:38:08 > 0:38:12- Very well done and thank you.
0:38:13 > 0:38:16- It's been a great race for third - between these two runners.
0:38:16 > 0:38:20- Rob Bridges finished second in 2013. - He's third this year.
0:38:20 > 0:38:22- Darren King will settle for fourth.
0:38:23 > 0:38:25- A great race.
0:38:26 > 0:38:29- Well done. - You've run this race before.
0:38:29 > 0:38:32- What was today like for you?
0:38:32 > 0:38:35- It was tough to be honest. - It's a similar time to 2013.
0:38:35 > 0:38:38- I was struggling through - the last few miles.
0:38:39 > 0:38:43- I had to battle with Darren - which forced me to run a quick time.
0:38:43 > 0:38:47- We ran together until about Mile 15 - and then I went ahead.
0:38:47 > 0:38:50- He passed me at Mile 20 - and got a gap.
0:38:50 > 0:38:53- I was stronger at the uphill - and just got him.
0:38:53 > 0:38:58- It was very, very close. I thought - I'd have him on the sprint finish.
0:38:59 > 0:39:03- Everyone is focussed - on the women's race now.
0:39:03 > 0:39:06- Joanne Nelson - is flying down these slopes...
0:39:06 > 0:39:09- ..from Bwlch-y-Groes - towards Llanberis.
0:39:10 > 0:39:13- Where is Andrea Rowlands, - is the question?
0:39:13 > 0:39:17- Here she is, 40 seconds - further back. Is that too much?
0:39:17 > 0:39:22- It may be. Tracy McCartney - in the purple on the grass.
0:39:23 > 0:39:27- The bright colours that have been - first and second are now third.
0:39:28 > 0:39:31- Joanne Nelson is the one who has - grabbed the lead when it counts.
0:39:32 > 0:39:35- She is going to break - the course record for the women.
0:39:35 > 0:39:41- Joanne Nelson is trying - to break this record of 3:05:15.
0:39:41 > 0:39:45- She has plenty of time to spare - but you wouldn't think it.
0:39:45 > 0:39:50- Have you ever seen anyone finish - a marathon with such determination?
0:39:50 > 0:39:55- She is hell bent on - smashing this record to smithereens.
0:39:55 > 0:40:01- Joanne Nelson is the women's champ - for the Snowdonia Marathon 2016.
0:40:01 > 0:40:04- Victory and the record.
0:40:08 > 0:40:11- Joanne, a broad smile broke out - as you crossed the line.
0:40:11 > 0:40:13- The victory means a lot.
0:40:13 > 0:40:19- I ran last year and finished second - and I was dying to come back.
0:40:19 > 0:40:22- Fantastic course, I love it.
0:40:22 > 0:40:25- I'm so pleased I won. - I'm chuffed to bits.
0:40:25 > 0:40:28- At what stage did you feel - you could win it?
0:40:28 > 0:40:32- When I overtook the girl - in second at Mile 16...
0:40:32 > 0:40:35- ..and then overtook Andrea - at Mile 18...
0:40:35 > 0:40:38- ..I knew I had a chance - if I could keep going.
0:40:38 > 0:40:41- It's such an ace course.
0:40:42 > 0:40:45- I've been dying to get back again - and the weather's fine.
0:40:46 > 0:40:50- As we take in Joanne's beaming smile - Andrea Rowlands finishes.
0:40:50 > 0:40:54- She's second and - she's broken that record too.
0:40:54 > 0:40:56- That was a very exciting race.
0:40:57 > 0:41:00- It was and there were so - many changes and swapping places.
0:41:00 > 0:41:04- Jo and I were swapping a lot - in third and fourth.
0:41:05 > 0:41:09- I knew she was strong and I watched - her running past the others.
0:41:10 > 0:41:10- I tried to keep behind her.
0:41:10 > 0:41:12- I tried to keep behind her.- - Did you think you could catch her?
0:41:12 > 0:41:16- No, I could see her - but I couldn't get to her.
0:41:18 > 0:41:20- I was too far behind to catch her.
0:41:20 > 0:41:24- To be honest I'm genuinely pleased - she's won because she deserves it.
0:41:24 > 0:41:30- She came second last year and - I'm really pleased with my time.
0:41:30 > 0:41:33- I can't complain.
0:41:33 > 0:41:38- Last year, Tracy McCartney won this - race. She'll finish third this year.
0:41:38 > 0:41:40- She's been part of - a fantastic women's race.
0:41:41 > 0:41:43- She always has - a smile for the camera.
0:41:44 > 0:41:46- All three had a chance there.
0:41:47 > 0:41:51- It was nice to see the picture taken - of you, Andrea and Joanne there.
0:41:51 > 0:41:53- Joanne has taken your title - this year.
0:41:54 > 0:41:57- Finishing third is still - quite an achievement.
0:41:57 > 0:42:00- I'm really shocked.
0:42:00 > 0:42:04- I got to Mile 10 and - my quads started hurting.
0:42:04 > 0:42:08- With all the training I'd done - there's been no injury issues.
0:42:08 > 0:42:11- That was tough - because I had to keep going.
0:42:11 > 0:42:15- The women's race was far more - exciting than the men's race.
0:42:15 > 0:42:19- I know. Jo overtook me - and she was going really well.
0:42:19 > 0:42:25- And then on the final climb - Andrea was just so strong.
0:42:25 > 0:42:28- Will you be back next year?
0:42:29 > 0:42:32- Yes, I hope so. Especially - if we get weather like this.
0:42:32 > 0:42:34- I enjoyed it so much more this year.
0:42:35 > 0:42:39- Nerys Jones has been running well - throughout the race.
0:42:39 > 0:42:43- She recorded a time of 2 hours 54 - minutes at the London Marathon.
0:42:43 > 0:42:46- She's fourth and - Angharad Mair is sixth.
0:42:46 > 0:42:49- She's still amazing people - at this event.
0:42:49 > 0:42:53- You've run this race several times. - What was it like this year?
0:42:53 > 0:42:55- Same as always, terrible.
0:42:56 > 0:42:59- It was going well - until the last hill...
0:42:59 > 0:43:03- ..and then I had cramp - so I had to walk.
0:43:03 > 0:43:05- That was the only thing I could do.
0:43:05 > 0:43:08- Then, the two girls passed me - on the way down.
0:43:08 > 0:43:12- Some people are a lot better than me - at running downhill.
0:43:12 > 0:43:15- We don't get much practise of that - in Cardiff.
0:43:15 > 0:43:20- I just had to let them go - - there was nothing else I could do.
0:43:21 > 0:43:24- And behind, the legs are buckling.
0:43:24 > 0:43:26- The hell of one hill...
0:43:26 > 0:43:30- ..becomes a different hell - on a hill going down.
0:43:30 > 0:43:33- They will be reaching the end - for hours.
0:43:35 > 0:43:38- Russell Bentley a clear winner, - but for the third position...
0:43:39 > 0:43:42- ..it's very close between - Rob Bridges and Darren King.
0:43:42 > 0:43:46- Daniel Jones is second in his - first-ever Snowdonia Marathon...
0:43:46 > 0:43:48- As is, of course, Russell Bentley.
0:43:50 > 0:43:53- In the women's race, - Joanne Nelson, Andrea Rowlands...
0:43:53 > 0:43:57- ..Tracy McCartney and Carla - Molinaro have all been first.
0:43:57 > 0:44:02- Nerys Jones finishes fourth and - Angharad Mair was in sixth position.
0:44:06 > 0:44:08- They're still arriving.
0:44:09 > 0:44:12- This marathon proves once again...
0:44:12 > 0:44:17- ..that it can literally bring - very resilient men to their knees.
0:44:18 > 0:44:20- It brings tears of emotion.
0:44:21 > 0:44:24- It's the first time I've been here - for six years...
0:44:24 > 0:44:30- ..and I'd forgotten how hard it is, - especially Waunfawr.
0:44:36 > 0:44:39- The support all the way round - was fantastic.
0:44:39 > 0:44:44- The support from local people - is just amazing.
0:44:47 > 0:44:49- I want to do it again now!
0:44:49 > 0:44:51- It has been hard. - It has been so hard.
0:44:52 > 0:44:57- This was the first time I've enjoyed - running and getting all the support.
0:44:57 > 0:45:02- You feel as if you're part - of a big family.
0:45:03 > 0:45:04- Great. Amazing!
0:45:04 > 0:45:06- What about this for a story...
0:45:06 > 0:45:09- ..Simon Webb, a deafblind man - on the left being lead.
0:45:10 > 0:45:12- Yes, another exceptional story, Nic.
0:45:13 > 0:45:14- That's my eighth marathon...
0:45:14 > 0:45:18- ..and it's probably the one - I've enjoyed the most.
0:45:18 > 0:45:23- The last five miles were really - tough, but I did quite enjoy them.
0:45:23 > 0:45:27- I cried when I crossed the line - because I was so emotional.
0:45:27 > 0:45:32- Because I come from the area, - it's more emotional.
0:45:32 > 0:45:36- I feel like it's my race. - It was fab!
0:45:37 > 0:45:40- Everyone felt it was a privilege - to have Shane Williams here.
0:45:40 > 0:45:43- Shane and his older brother - finished a year of running.
0:45:43 > 0:45:45- It's the hardest marathon - I've ever done.
0:45:46 > 0:45:48- I started running with my brother...
0:45:48 > 0:45:50- ..because I hadn't practised - for a month and a half.
0:45:51 > 0:45:55- My knee gave out and everything - hurts now, but it was brilliant.
0:45:55 > 0:45:57- I enjoyed it.
0:45:57 > 0:46:00- What was the hardest part - of the race?
0:46:00 > 0:46:03- All the hills - the three hills. - Going down too.
0:46:04 > 0:46:08- The last hill, coming down - on my knee, gosh it was hurting...
0:46:08 > 0:46:10- ..but fair play, - I enjoyed the experience.
0:46:10 > 0:46:14- Iorwerth Roberts has enjoyed - the experience so much...
0:46:14 > 0:46:17- ..he has run every marathon - - an exceptional achievement.
0:46:17 > 0:46:20- What a great place for Matt and me - to say goodbye.
0:46:21 > 0:46:22- Goodbye!
0:46:30 > 0:46:36- I was OK for a while but then I had - terrible cramp at the top...
0:46:36 > 0:46:40- ..and the last three miles - were horrible.
0:46:45 > 0:46:47- Fantastic! Loved it! Thank you.
0:46:53 > 0:46:57- That was the worst I've done. - It was painful, but it was fab.
0:47:03 > 0:47:07- It was worse than usual. - Old age doesn't come alone!
0:47:10 > 0:47:12- That was the toughest this week!
0:47:18 > 0:47:20- It's the best race around...
0:47:20 > 0:47:25- ..but my legs had gone and - I'm looking forward to sitting down.
0:47:29 > 0:47:34- My legs are killing me. - I'll be having a pint tonight!
0:47:40 > 0:47:43- There are still runners - on the course...
0:47:43 > 0:47:47- ..but the pain is at an end - for another year for the majority.
0:47:47 > 0:47:51- They have all achieved a wonderful - feat today...
0:47:51 > 0:47:54- ..especially Russell Bentley - and Joanne Nelson.
0:47:54 > 0:48:00- This isn't an ordinary marathon, - but the Snowdonia Marathon.
0:48:01 > 0:48:03- Until next year, goodbye.
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