Poděbrady Race Walk Grand Prix 2017 (8th Apr)

The Czech Republic’s National Race Walking Championships in Poděbrady on Saturday 8th April incorporated an open Junior 10k and an open 5k for u/18 athletes. Among the small contingent from Ireland getting a flavour of International competition were sisters Rachel Glennon and Sarah Glennon. Rachel finished a very creditable 25th in the 10k event in 54:45, not far off her best for the distance, while Sarah showed great competitive spirit to place 2nd in the 5k event in an excellent 24:43.