Costley wins Auckland marathon

Phil Costley crosses the line to win the men's Auckland Marathon. Jeff Brass / Getty Images

The Auckland Marathon was held today in perfect, calm conditions.

Thousands or people took part in the event and the accompanying half-marathon, 10km race and 5km walk.

They crossed the Harbour Bridge from the North Shore and finished at Victoria Park.

Phil Costley's winning time in the men's marathon was 2 hours 22 minutes and 7 seconds.

He has won the marathon three times, but this was the first time he had competed in the event since the Harbour Bridge became part of the course in 2000.

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