Two recreational runners collapsed and died at the 2026 Great North Run. Both runners were 25. Officers are now investigating a racism incident at the race.
The fatalities were covered by Sky News and The New York Times. Runner's World also examined whether the Prime Minister set a personal best. That publication published Andy Burnham's race times. No additional details on the runners have been released.
Two amateur runners die after collapsing during Great North Run The New York Times
Two runners have died after falling ill during the 2026 Great North Run Runner's World
Two men aged 25 died during the Great North Run Sky News
Did the PM run a PB at the Great North Run? These are Andy Burnham's best running times - could you beat him? Runner's World
Police investigating alleged racism during 2026 Great North Run ITVX