On a warm late September evening, 236 runners completed the Kangaroo Hop 5k in Battersea Park.
Chris Palfreeman was the winner in 15:48, followed by George Potter (15:49) and Callum Zorn-Singh (15:50).
Alice Braham broke her own Vet 50 course record which she set two weeks ago, crossing the line 2 seconds faster in 17:07. She was the second woman overall.
Molly Bryan was the first woman in 16:45. In the Women's Under 50 category she was followed by Alex Gandee (17:21) and Eilidh Hide (18:08).
Congratulations to Luka Werthern-Pilch, 13 years old, who finished in 17:03.
Also, a big shout out for Janet Smith, champion hammer thrower, who finished in 35:55.
That concludes our 2026 season of races. See you all in 2027!








