More than 50 youngsters took part in the Race Walking Association younger age group event, competing over various distances around a course at Victoria Park.

They were joined by around 50 senior and veteran walkers, with competitors coming from far and wide, including the Isle of Man and the Republic of Ireland.

Sarah Warren, of the club, said: "This year, Steyning Athletic Club was able to send a strong under 13 squad to the races, as well as experienced walkers Chris Ball and his dad, Jim. In all, eight walkers represented Steyning AC."

Jim Ball took part in two races, finishing fourth in both the five kilometre open walk and the three kilometre veterans' race.

His son Chris came third in the under 17s' five kilometre walk, while Isabel Green and twins Ellen and Olivia Winter finished third, seventh and eight respectively in the under 13s' team event, securing third place for Steyning overall and personal-best performances and medals in their first championships.

Sarah said: "However, the best result of the day was from Lawrence Green, Isabel's twin brother, who stormed the under 13s' boys' race with the fastest time this year to be crowned national champion. He joins a long list of previous champions in Steyning's proud history."

Results for Steyning Athletic Club's competitors were as follows:-
U13 2km boys walk: Lawrence Green, 1st, 11m 13s.

U13 2km girls walk: Isabel Green, 4th, 12m 01s; Ellen Winter, 7th, 13m 47s; Olivia Winter, 8th, 13m 48s; Georgia Tagg, 9th, 13m 50s; Jessica Catterall, 12th, 14m 19s.

U17 5Km walk: Chris Ball, 3rd, 27m 42s.
Veteran 3km walk: Jim Ball, 4th, 14m 45s.
Senior 5Km walk: Jim Ball, 4th 24m 03s.

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