Two 25-year-old men die after collapsing at Great North Run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:24 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
Two 25-year-old men collapsed and died during the Great North Run, held on Sunday. The incident took place along the half marathon course from Newcastle to South Shields. Despite immediate medical attention from the event's medical team, both men succumbed. The Great Run Company stated that the causes of death remain under investigation. Organizers are providing support to the families affected during this difficult time.
- •Both men were participants in the Great North Run.
- •The event featured 63,000 runners this year.
- •Medical teams responded promptly at the scene.
- •Organizers are investigating the cause of death.
- •Support is being offered to the families affected.
- 1:24 PMYahoo Sports — Two 25-year-old men die after Great North Run
"Both men collapsed on the course on Sunday, the Great Run Company says.
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