Sportlink’s Heidi Bacon produced a strong run to claim victory in the women’s race at the Mike Groves 10K, race two of the 2026 Sportlink Grand Prix Series. Bacon crossed the line in 42:58, finishing ahead of City of Norwich AC’s Tara Adams in 43:35, while Amy Wright of Norfolk Gazelles completed the podium in […]
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City of Norwich AC’s William Cork claimed victory at the Mike Groves 10K, race two in the 2026 Sportlink Grand Prix Series, after producing a strong run to cross the line in 31:56. The race, hosted by Coltishall Jaguars and starting and finishing at Wroxham Barns, attracted a strong field as runners looked to build
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The Coltishall Jaguars’ Mike Groves 10K takes place this Sunday and forms race two of the 2026 Sportlink Grand Prix Series. After a flying start to the series at the Reedham Ten, runners will now head to Wroxham Barns for what promises to be another fantastic morning of racing. Here is everything you need to
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As the Mike Groves 10K approaches, it feels only right to shine a light on one of the runners who embodies everything Coltishall Jaguars is about. Meet Sarah Circuit. A PE teacher at Wymondham College, mum of two, newly qualified running coach – and a runner who simply loves the sport for what it gives
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Every race has a story. Some are about fast courses or famous winners. The Mike Groves 10K is about something deeper – family, community and a legacy that continues to shape Norfolk running more than 25 years on. In 1998, Michael Groves – a popular and talented runner and cyclist – was tragically killed in
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Teenage running sensation Michael Clark is not short on belief. “I really think I can have a career in this sport,” he says. “I do feel like I’ll be able to hit the biggest stage – Diamond League level, maybe Commonwealths or Worlds in the next few years. I genuinely believe I can run among
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Logan Smith has been selected to represent Great Britain and Northern Ireland at the World 50km Championships, a major milestone in the Cromer runner’s career. Smith, who works at Sportlink in Taverham, Norwich, is a member of City of Norwich AC and trains under coach James Senior with the Norwich Distance Squad. The championships, originally
Leanne Finch began the 2026 Sportlink Grand Prix Series in perfect fashion, producing a breakthrough performance to take victory at the Reedham Ten and achieve a long-held personal goal in the process. The Bure Valley Harriers athlete stopped the clock on the hour mark, delivering a huge new personal best and securing the opening women’s
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Martyn Bath was forced to dig deep on a lonely run at the front as he opened the 2026 Sportlink Grand Prix Series with victory at the Reedham Ten, grinding out a hard-earned win in 53:09. The Norwich Road Runners athlete found himself out on his own early in the race but showed trademark discipline
The 2026 Sportlink Grand Prix Series gets underway this Sunday at the iconic Reedham Ten, a traditional winter test and one of Norfolk’s most popular road races. Whether you’re chasing points, a PB, or simply soaking up the start-line buzz, here’s everything you need to know before race day. Race details Date: Sunday 18 January 2026 Start
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