Thank you to our Magnificent Seven cross country runners who ran in the Thames Hare and Hounds Alumni Race over Wimbledon Common on Saturday 14 September. 199 runners from 32 schools took on the tough and challenging five-mile course.

The OW team of Henry Malby (WS 2004-15), Matt Packer (WS 2002-04), Oliver Johnson (WS 2016-23), Clive Allen (WS 1974-81), George Stingemore (WS Staff) and Martin Garrett (WS 1965-72) were joined by guest runner Izzy Thornton-Bott, grand-daughter of Jack Thornton (WS 1951-58).

The team ran brilliantly, pushing themselves hard and finishing 11^th out of 32 schools. Special mentions for Henry, who finished 16^th out of 199 runners, Clive, who just made it on the No.85 bus and who finished third in the V60, and Martin who was placed third in the V70. Jack Thornton was proud to watch his grand-daughter Izzy compete wearing his OW vest, and see her placed third in the Ladies open race.

OWs can enter a team of unlimited numbers, so if you are interested in joining the race in 2025 (generally the second Saturday in September) please register your interest with Anne Douglas on a.douglas@warwickschools.co.uk.

Further images from the day.