The Scot made his half-marathon return in Glasgow whilst Natasha Phillips defended her title
Callum Hawkins secured his third victory at the AJ Bell Great Scottish Run on Sunday (October 6), triumphing on home soil once again.
Callum Hawkins
Following his previous wins in 2016 and 2022, Hawkins crossed the line in 63:25, marking his first half-marathon of the year after placing 16th in the London Marathon in April.
The win sets the stage for his upcoming appearance at the New York City Marathon on November 3, where the Scottish marathon record holder (2:08:14) will compete in the elite field.
In Glasgow, the Kilbarchan athlete finished ahead of Tewelde Menges (64:14) and Andrew Heyes (64:58).
Callum Hawkins and Natasha Phillips (Great Scottish Run)
Declaring after winning his third fantastic Scottish Run Half Marathon, “It’s always great running through Glasgow; there’s something special and emotional about it,”
Callum Hawkins said. Every year, this event grows larger and better, which is why I adore running in it. Many thanks to everyone who has helped along the journey.
“The atmosphere was absolutely electric today and Des and I are so delighted to have been a part of it with the Heart Radio team,” said Jennifer Reoch, host of Heart Radio’s morning show, and Des Clarke. Today’s runners were all true superstars.
Once the starters podium was manned by a number of well-known figures, including STV weather anchor Sean Batty, Glasgow Warriors, and the current URC champions Duncan Weir and Kyle Steyn,
the statement “It’s great to be in Glasgow and great to see so many people running for so many different causes” was made. What a wonderful vibe!
Natasha Phillips also successfully defended her Great Scottish Run title with another commanding performance on the roads.
The 19-year-old athlete clocked a time of 73:26, finishing nearly five minutes ahead of Nynke Mulholland-Stummer (78:16) and Brogan Wallace (79:10).
Nynke Mulholland-Stummer, Natasha Phillips and Brogan Wallace (Great Scottish Run)
Phillips now has her sights on the Valencia Half Marathon on October 27, with preparations clearly going strong.
The Great Scottish Run, which saw over 30,000 participants, also featured a 10km, with Shettleston Harriers celebrating a double podium finish in the men’s race. Jamie Burns won with 29:55 and was followed by teammate Taha Ghafari in 30:19, with Ross Good clocking 30:32 for third.
Taha Ghafari, Jamie Burns and Ross Good (Great Scottish Run)
It was also an emotional moment for double Olympian and 2010 European 10,000m silver medallist Chris Thompson, who finished fourth with 31:41, in what was his last race on Scottish soil before retirement.
“It’s been a brilliant day, the Great Scottish run means a lot to me and the finish straight has a big place in my heart – I’ve been running down it since I was 18,” said Thompson.
“I was very proud to ring the AJ Bell start bell for thousands of people in the half-marathon today in perfect running conditions.”
Chris Thompson (Great Scottish Run)
In the women’s 10km, Edinburgh AC’s Kirsty Walker claimed a clear victory with 33:55. Saorise McNulty finished second in 37:18 and Josie Wren Golder earned third place with 38:34.
The Great Run Company’s CEO, Paul Foster, continued, saying, “What a weekend! The running ability we see here in Glasgow still astounds me every year. The greatest athletes in the UK participate in this event, which is becoming more and more well-known. Thousands of club runners, fun runners, and fundraisers also show out to take on the challenge and give it their all.
“This weekend has had an unmatched party vibe, and I want to congratulate each and every one of our participants on their amazing accomplishments.
“We hope to see you on Saturday, October 4, and Sunday, October 5, 2025, so we can do it all over again!”
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