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The annual Braishfield Beer Race was highlighted in a recent Runners World website article on the nutritional benefits of beer. “There's nothing like a cool pint after a hot run - and it might even do you good” claimed their headline. Many of the 180 entrants in Sunday’s race took the advice to heart.

The Beer Race showcases some of the best aspects of Hampshire. A 5 mile dash around the idyllic village of Braishfield is followed by free beer or soft drinks on the green, courtesy of Hampshire Brewery and Hildon water. First home was Andy Morgan-Lee of Southampton Running club, setting a new course record of 25:42, followed 15 seconds later by James Baker of Chichester. Previous winners Matt West and Mark Hargreaves were 3rd and 4th respectively, Mark taking the first veteran prize. First lady was Karen Rushton, also of the Southampton club, in 30:33.

Last year’s winner Steve Rees Jones of Braishfield was unable to compete, but the honour of the village was upheld by Janet Eager, who won her category for a second time. Local entrants also included Braishfield residents Jerry and Elspeth Dugdale, and several representatives of the ‘infamous’ Halterworth Harriers.

Full results are available on the club website www.romseyroadrunners.co.uk.

The club would like to acknowledge the help of main sponsors Hampshire Brewery and Hildon Water, as well as Braishfield Parish Council, St John Ambulance, andprize sponsors Up and Running and Kirkland Solicitors.