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RTÉ News
24-05-2025
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Efrem Gidey claims landmark gold for Ireland at European 10,000m Cup
Efrem Gidey has become the first Irish athlete to win a European 10,000m Cup title. The Clonliffe Harriers AC runner finished in a time of 27:40.47 to clinch gold at the event which was held in Pace, France. It is the 24-year-old's first senior international podium appearance of his career for Ireland as he pipped French duo Valentin Gondouin and Felix Bour who took silver and bronze respectively. Gidey has broken a number of Irish records this year. In March, he shaved almost 13 seconds off Alistair Cragg's national senior 10,000m record with a 27:26.95 run at 'The Ten' meet in California. In January, he broke John Treacy's 40-year-old 10km Irish record by three seconds in Valencia, clocking 27:43. Last September, he set the half-marathon Irish distance record with a run of 60:51.
Irish Independent
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Smiles and sunshine light up Drogheda 10K
Spectators lined the steps of St Peter's Church and the length of West Street, cheering on athletes from across the region in what turned out to be a festival of sport, community, and heartfelt stories. At the front of the pack, it was Sean Doran of Clonliffe Harriers AC who claimed victory in an impressive time of 32 minutes and 13 seconds, with Drogheda & District AC's Paul Smith following closely behind in 33:32, earning him both the runner-up position and the Over-40s category win. Colin Dyas continued his strong form with a standout 34:45, while Rodney Thornton clocked a top-10 finish in 37:12. Just outside his personal best, Paul Kierans crossed the line in 38:02, contributing alongside Colin, Rodney and Paul Smith to claim the Louth County Team Prize. In the second wave, Jordi Romera was thrilled with his performance, finishing in 38:07. Aedan Prone pushed to the line with grit, clocking 38:11, while the returning Colm Reilly proved he's still got it with a time of 38:35. Newcomer Shaun Conroy had perhaps the debut of the year, completing the challenging course in 40:11, while veteran Paddy Murphy claimed the Over-50s title with a solid 40:41. But it wasn't just about times and trophies. The atmosphere was electric and joyful, with spectators soaking in the sun and applauding every effort. The course offered runners stunning views - from the climb up Rathmullen to the serene banks of the Boyne and the sweep of Mary McAleese Bridge over fields golden and green. Highlights included Nuala Reilly, running in aid of the Derek Winters family, and the inspiring duo Linda and Barney Flannery, who completed the race to raise awareness for sight loss in sport - running blind and side-by-side every step of the way. The 2025 Drogheda 10K wasn't just a race. It was a celebration of endurance, unity, and love - on every corner, bridge and finish line cheer.
