Shona has great run in Great Glen

Lothian Running Club’s Shona Young turned in an excellent performance in the gruelling Great Glen Race.

The Great Glen Ultra is a point to point ultramarathon along the historic Great Glen, from Fort William to Inverness.

The runners set off from Corpach at 1 am to cover the 71 miles course with climbs of 7,500 feet.

Shona crossed the finish line in 14 hours 36 minutes 53 seconds to place an incredible 21st overall 3rd female and first female over-50.

Shona was joined in the race by Linda Garratty who bravely completed the course in 19 hours 3 minutes 50 seconds  to place 72nd overall.

 

 

Lothian Running Club