Marathon runner takes the bus

Rob Sloan claimed third place in the Kielder Marathon after completing the 26.2 mile course in an impressive time of 2:51:00. But suspicions were raised by fellow runners bemused that they had not seen Sloan pass them during Sunday’s race. After initially denying any wrongdoing, Sloan admitted to hopping onto a bus at the 20-mile mark because he was feeling tired. He then re-emerged from a wooded area of the course and picked up the bronze medal. Witnesses reported seeing him hide behind a tree until the first and second placed runners went past, then rejoining the race behind them. The 31-year-old now faces dismissal from his club, Sunderland Harriers, and could be banned from taking part in future marathons.
  via Telegraph /read more