Thousands lined the streets around the city to cheer on those running in the second Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, which set off from Headingley Stadium this morning (Sunday).
Organised by the not-for-profit sporting events company Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All with support from Leeds City Council, the marathon raised funds for a string of good causes, including the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association and a Leeds Hospitals Charity appeal to build a Rob Burrow Centre for MND.
Last year’s inaugural race proved a major success, with runners saying how much they appreciated the electric atmosphere generated by the crowds that lined the 26.2-mile route.
Leeds Rhinos legend Kevin Sinfield once again led the way for the marathon while Lindsey Burrow competed in the half marathon.
Here are 21 amazing pictures taken across the day’s action...
13. Lindsey Burrow completes the half marathon
Lindsey Burrow, Rob's wife, was met by some of the loudest cheers of the day as she completed the half marathon. | Simon Dewhurst/Run For All Photo: Simon Dewhurst/Run For All
14. Friends reunited
Leeds Rhinos legends Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield enjoyed an emotional reunion at the finish line. | Simon Dewhurst/Run For All Photo: Simon Dewhurst/Run For All
15. The completed marathon route
Runners followed a circular route that initially wound around Woodhouse Moor before striking out for Adel, Lawnswood, Bramhope, Pool in Wharfedale and Otley. | Simon Dewhurst/Run For All Photo: Simon Dewhurst/Run For All
16. Runner speaks to the YEP
John Mcloughlin crossed the line before speaking to our reporter at the race Charles Gray to tell him about his experience. | NW Photo: NW
17. Nick "Peanut" Baines from the Kaiser Chiefs
Nick "Peanut" Baines from the Kaiser Chiefs before the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon | Danny Lawson/PA Wire Photo: Danny Lawson/PA Wire
18. Kevin Sinfield and David Spencer (right) cross the line
Kevin Sinfield and David Spencer (right) cross the line to complete the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon. | Danny Lawson/PA Wire Photo: Danny Lawson/PA Wire