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Thousands join Great Scottish Run on streets of Glasgow

News imageGreat Scottish Run a runner wearing a number bib that reads 'Katie' and a white and green vest that says 'Gala Harriers', crosses the finish line of the Great Scottish Run with arms raised. The finish tape reads "People Make Glasgow".Great Scottish Run
Katie Rourke won the women's half marathon

More than 32,000 runners filled the streets of Glasgow for the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run.

Competitors took part in the half marathon and 10k races on Sunday, cheered on by thousands of supporters.

The course takes runners on a scenic tour of the city across the River Clyde over the Kingston Bridge, before finishing at Glasgow Green.

Jamie Burns of Shettleston Harriers won the men's half marathon and Katie Rourke of Gala Harriers took the women's gold.

Among the runners crossing the finish line were former Olympic swimming champion Ross Murdoch.

Despite Saturday's junior and mini events being cancelled due to Storm Amy, the sun made an appearance on Sunday.

Paul Foster, Chief Executive of the Great Run Company, said: "Glasgow once again turned out in force to deliver an incredible party atmosphere.

"The sun was shining, the crowds cheered and we got to witness some exceptional performances from our club athletes, fun runners and fundraisers, who make this event what it is."

News imageGreat Scottish Run a large group of runners taking part in a race on an elevated roadway, with bright athletic gear and city scenery in the background.Great Scottish Run
The route takes runners over the River Clyde across the Kingston Bridge
News imageGreat Scottish Run a runner wearing a blue "SAMH" shirt and a white cap, makes peace signs with both hands.Great Scottish Run
Organisers said there was a great party atmosphere
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About 32,000 people took part in the event finishing at Glasgow Green
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Professionals, fun runners and fundraisers took to the streets of Glasgow
News imageGreat Scottish Run Jamie Burns in blue running gear breaks the ribbon as he wins the men's half marathonGreat Scottish Run
Jamie Burns of Shettleston Harriers won the men's half marathon
News imageGreat Scottish Run A man and woman both wearing blue tops, with one arm round each other and the other up in the arm celebrating as they cross the finish line at the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run.Great Scottish Run
Runners celebrate crossing the finish line at the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run