Hyman holds on for narrow win

The Ruamahanga Ramblers enjoyed the sunshine and a picturesque course when they held an event at Henley Lake in Masterton on Saturday.

Michael Hyman continued his excellent form in the 1.84km event although he had just one second to spare from the fast-finishing Tom Parker. Andrew Hyman, who was always close to the pace, was third.

The 3.75km run saw Matthew Furkert take the honours and usual walker Michael Scott clocked a pleasing time in finishing second.

The two-lap 7.5km run produced a strong effort from both Rupert Watson, who took the handicap honours, and Damian Christofis who had 26s to spare from Gavin Champion in the race for fastest time.

Results:

1.84km run: Michael Hyman 7.20, Tom Parker 7.21, Andrew Hyman 7.44, Jack Britland 8.12, Alex Megaw 12.47, Lucy Britland 12.49.

1.84km walk: Tracy Duthie 24.39.

3.75km run: Matthew Furkert 16.42, Michael Scott 18.03, Katie Craig 18.10, Samantha Duthie 21.43, Jessica Duthie 22.32.

3.75km walk: Andrea Williams 27.34, Mark Harris 27.34, Lisa Gray 30.48, Melanie Megaw 30.48, Maxine Bird 40.11.

7.5km run: Damian Christofis 27.13, Gavin Champion 27.39, Malcolm MacDonald 30.45, Paul Furkert 30.52, Michael Duthie 31.48, Sue Bankier 33.27, Robin Russell 33.42, Greg Lang 34.08, Steve Britland 34.18, Craig Bird 34.24, Rupert Watson 34.25, Martin Parker 36.27, Chris Megaw 37.10, Wayne Hyman 38.26, Ray Haste 38.39.

7.5km walk: Ali Lang 57.37, Linda Walker 57.37.