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Scottish Sun
13-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Rugby player, 28, who died after collapsing at Great Bristol Run is pictured – as tributes pour in to ‘talented athlete'
No further details will be released in accordance with his family's wishes RACE TRAGEDY Rugby player, 28, who died after collapsing at Great Bristol Run is pictured – as tributes pour in to 'talented athlete' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HEARTFELT tributes have poured in for a rugby player who died after collapsing during the Great Bristol Run as he was pictured for the first time. Jon Devereux, 28, collapsed during the half-marathon event on Sunday and sadly passed away in hospital. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up Jon's next of kin were informed and event organisers confirmed his cause of death was being investigated. Tributes to the keen rugby player have since been made on social media following the tragedy. Rugby club Chester RUFC, which he used to play for, posted on Facebook: "Jon was a talented athlete who played senior rugby for Chester, and his energy, spirit, and sportsmanship left a lasting impression on all who knew him. "His sudden loss has deeply affected our members and the wider sporting community. "We extend our heartfelt condolences to Jon's family, friends, and teammates during this incredibly difficult time. He will be dearly missed." Tynedale RFC, who Jon also used to play for, praised Jon's "infectious character". The club said in a post: "It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of former player Jon Devereux. "Jon suffered a heart attack while taking part in yesterday's Bristol Half Marathon. "Jon had an infectious character which came to the fore when he joined the Tynedale touring party to Canada last year. "He was a regular participant in our annual 7's competition. "He will be greatly missed by all of us. Our condolences go out to all his family and friends. "Rest in peace, Jon." A statement from the Great Run Company said: "It is with great sadness that The Great Run Company confirms the death of a participant at the Great Bristol Run on Sunday, May 11 2025. "Jon Devereux, aged 28, collapsed during the event, received immediate medical treatment, and later passed away in hospital. "His next of kin have been informed. "The entire team involved in organising the Great Bristol Run extends their heartfelt condolences to Mr Devereux's family and friends. "In accordance with the wishes of the family, no further details will be released. "The cause of death will be determined later, pending medical examination." This year's event took place on May 11 and had sold out. The route takes runners on a scenic tour of the city's history. Runners start at Anchor Road and Canons Way before jogging past green spaces like Castle Park and Green Square.
The Irish Sun
13-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Rugby player, 28, who died after collapsing at Great Bristol Run is pictured – as tributes pour in to ‘talented athlete'
HEARTFELT tributes have poured in for a rugby player who died after collapsing during the Great Bristol Run as he was pictured for the first time. Jon Devereux, 28, collapsed during the half-marathon event on Sunday and sadly passed away in hospital. Advertisement Jon's next of kin were informed and event organisers confirmed his cause of death was being investigated. Tributes to the keen rugby player have since been made on social media following the tragedy. Rugby club Chester RUFC, which he used to play for, posted on Facebook: "Jon was a talented athlete who played senior rugby for Chester, and his energy, spirit, and sportsmanship left a lasting impression on all who knew him. "His sudden loss has deeply affected our members and the wider sporting community. Advertisement "We extend our heartfelt condolences to Jon's family, friends, and teammates during this incredibly difficult time. He will be dearly missed." Tynedale RFC, who Jon also used to play for, praised Jon's "infectious character". The club said in a post: "It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of former player Jon Devereux. "Jon suffered a heart attack while taking part in yesterday's Bristol Half Marathon. Advertisement Most read in The Sun Latest "Jon had an infectious character which came to the fore when he joined the Tynedale touring party to Canada last year. "He was a regular participant in our annual 7's competition. "He will be greatly missed by all of us. Our condolences go out to all his family and friends. "Rest in peace, Jon." Advertisement A statement from the "Jon Devereux, aged 28, "His next of kin have been informed. "The entire team involved in organising the Great Bristol Run extends their heartfelt condolences to Mr Devereux's family and friends. Advertisement "In accordance with the wishes of the family, no further details will be released. "The cause of death will be determined later, pending medical examination." This year's event took place on May 11 and had sold out. Read more on the Irish Sun The route takes runners on a scenic tour of the city's history. Advertisement Runners start at Anchor Road and Canons Way before jogging past green spaces like Castle Park and Green Square. 1 Jon Devereux, a 28-year-old runner, collapsed during the half-marathon event and died
Metro
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Rugby player, 28, dies after collapsing at Great Bristol Run half marathon
A young rugby player has died after he collapsed while running a half marathon this weekend. Jon Devereux, 28, was running the Great Bristol Run half marathon on Sunday and was taken to hospital where he later died. His next of kin has been informed. His cause of death is not yet known but tributes on social media suggest that he may have died from a heart attack. Rugby club Chester RUFC, which he used to play for, posted on Facebook: 'Jon was a talented athlete who played senior rugby for Chester, and his energy, spirit, and sportsmanship left a lasting impression on all who knew him. 'His sudden loss has deeply affected our members and the wider sporting community. 'We extend our heartfelt condolences to Jon's family, friends, and teammates during this incredibly difficult time. He will be dearly missed.' Tynedale RFC, which he also used to play for, said in a post: 'It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of former player Jon Devereux. 'Jon suffered a heart attack while taking part in yesterday's Bristol Half Marathon. 'Jon had an infectious character which came to the fore when he joined the Tynedale touring party to Canada last year. 'He was a regular participant in our annual 7's competition. 'He will be greatly missed by all of us. 'Our condolences go out to all his family and friends. 'Rest in peace, Jon.' A statement from The Great Run Company said: 'It is with great sadness that The Great Run Company confirms the death of a participant at the Great Bristol Run on Sunday, 11 May 2025. More Trending 'Jon Devereux, aged 28, collapsed during the event, received immediate medical treatment, and later passed away in hospital. 'His next of kin have been informed. 'The entire team involved in organising the Great Bristol Run extends their heartfelt condolences to Mr Devereux's family and friends. 'In accordance with the wishes of the family, no further details will be released. The cause of death will be determined later, pending medical examination.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Man who strangled girlfriend on night she planned to leave him jailed for 35 years MORE: Woman found dismembered on tourist beach named and pictured for the first time MORE: British mum seen dancing with French lover months before she was stabbed to death
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Wiltshire in pictures: Sun, wonky roads and pigeons
We're almost a week into April and it's been a particularly bright start to the month with temperatures reaching 22C (71F) on Friday afternoon. With the warmer weather, gardens and outdoor attractions are opening to the public for the first time this year - or, in the case of the walled garden at Bowood, for the first time ever. Also this week we have had the news the B4069 Lyneham Banks has reopened three years after a devastating landslip, a charity marathon runner is raising money for the air ambulance and a pet pigeon has been getting some attention in Devizes. 270 year wait: Bowood House and Gardens, near Chippenham, has opened its walled garden to the public. The estate opened for the year on Tuesday, but for the first time is allowing access to its usually private garden. Reach for the skies: Charity marathon runner Gary MacAlister is looking to break a Guinness World Record when doing Bristol Half Marathon dressed as a helicopter next month. The Trowbridge native will be running to raise money for the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance while dressed in an outfit which has been dubbed the Garycopter. Hope for the future: A mural created by young people in Swindon has been unveiled across two sites in the town. The artwork, which appears on both a new youth centre and on a children's hospital ward, features a drawing of a whale guided by butterflies towards a light bulb to show hope for a brighter future for all youngsters in Swindon. Centre stage: Abbie Smith from Chippenham got a selfie with a 5,000-strong crowd at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday. The 24-year-old, who was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2023, was at a fundraising concert featuring rock band The Who. The event raised money for the Teenage Cancer Trust. It's a bird's life: Pam Welfare has been speaking to the BBC about her pet pigeon Pepper, who accompanies her everywhere she goes. Pepper travels with Pam, often on her shoulder and for journeys further afield, she even has her own car seat. Back in business: Lyneham Banks road has opened this week after a three year closure. Dubbed Britain's wonkiest road after a landslip during Storm Eunice, the reopening of the B4069 reconnects Chippenham and Lyneham, saving commuters a lengthy diversion to the south. Railway pioneer: A blue plaque has been unveiled in Swindon, celebrating the life of James Hurst, the first locomotive shunter for the Great Western Railway. The plaque has been placed above the front door of Hurst's final residence on Taunton Street. Follow BBC Wiltshire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Wiltshire in Pictures: Let the music play Wiltshire in pictures: Sunshine and Shrove Tuesday Wiltshire in pics: Spring equinox and indoor moon
BBC News
05-04-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Wiltshire in Pictures: Sunshine, wonky roads and pigeons
We're almost a week into April and it's been a particularly bright start to the month with temperatures reaching 22C (71F) on Friday the warmer weather, gardens and outdoor attractions are opening to the public for the first time this year - or, in the case of the walled garden at Bowood, for the first time this week we have had the news the B4069 Lyneham Banks has reopened three years after a devastating landslip, a charity marathon runner is raising money for the air ambulance and a pet pigeon has been getting some attention in Devizes. 270 year wait: Bowood House and Gardens, near Chippenham, has opened its walled garden to the public. The estate opened for the year on Tuesday, but for the first time is allowing access to its usually private garden. Reach for the skies: Charity marathon runner Gary MacAlister is looking to break a Guinness World Record when doing Bristol Half Marathon dressed as a helicopter next Trowbridge native will be running to raise money for the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance while dressed in an outfit which has been dubbed the Garycopter. Hope for the future: A mural created by young people in Swindon has been unveiled across two sites in the artwork, which appears on both a new youth centre and on a children's hospital ward, features a drawing of a whale guided by butterflies towards a light bulb to show hope for a brighter future for all youngsters in Swindon. Centre stage: Abbie Smith from Chippenham got a selfie with a 5,000-strong crowd at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday. The 24-year-old, who was diagnosed with lymphoma in 2023, was at a fundraising concert featuring rock band The Who. The event raised money for the Teenage Cancer Trust. It's a bird's life: Pam Welfare has been speaking to the BBC about her pet pigeon Pepper, who accompanies her everywhere she travels with Pam, often on her shoulder and for journeys further afield, she even has her own car seat. Back in business: Lyneham Banks road has opened this week after a three year closure. Dubbed Britain's wonkiest road after a landslip during Storm Eunice, the reopening of the B4069 reconnects Chippenham and Lyneham, saving commuters a lengthy diversion to the south. Railway pioneer: A blue plaque has been unveiled in Swindon, celebrating the life of James Hurst, the first locomotive shunter for the Great Western plaque has been placed above the front door of Hurst's final residence on Taunton Street.
