Nick McCormick and Aly Dixon were crowned inaugural champions at the BM10k this morning.

McCormick, of Morpeth Harriers, crossed the finish line in 29min.11sec ahead of Adam Hickey (Southend) with Robbie Simpson (Deeside) third.

Dixon, of Sunderland, sliced 18 seconds off her personal best to complete an emphatic win in the women's race. Lorna Russell (Winchester) was exactly a minute back in second place with Louise Damen (Winchester) third in 34min.36sec.