IoM Veteran Athletes’ Club annual open 20-mile road running race takes place this Sunday over the NSC perimeter roadway.

The event, which will start at 9am, is ideal preparation for a spring marathon and fees are £5 (affiliated), £8 (unaffiliated).

Entry forms are still available to download on: www.iomvac.co.uk

Online or postal entries close at midnight on Friday. Please make cheques payable to IOMVAC and send to: Mandine Wilson, 92 Ballanorris Crescent, Friary Park, Ballabeg.

It will be possible to enter on the day for an extra £3 (before 8.45am), subject to the race limit.

A trophy presentation will follow, with refreshments for all competitors and helpers, all welcome.