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UniSport Nationals Distance Running Champions Crowned at TCS Sydney Marathon

For release: 23 September 2024 

 

The 2024 UniSport Nationals Distance Running event concluded last weekend on the September 16 with a thrilling competition at the iconic TCS Sydney Marathon. Athletes from 28 universities across Australia pushed their limits to the absolute maximum, battling it out in the marathon and 10km races, showcasing their endurance, determination, and unwavering commitment to their sport. 

 

In the marathon, Justin Yu from The University of Sydney emerged victorious with a time of 02:35:23. USYD's standout's victory was a testament to Yu's exceptional talent and unwavering dedication, as he outpaced a field of talented competitors. Close behind were Ben Cook from the University of Southern Queensland (02:39:01) and Archer Ramsay from The Australian National University (02:41:23), who delivered impressive performances of their own. 

 

On the women's side, Victoria Bath from Flinders University claimed the marathon title, crossing the finish line in 03:06:34. Bath's victory was a triumph of human spirit, as she overcame challengers to secure the top spot. Nicola Pearce from the University of Canberra (03:15:53) and Moram Foster from Macquarie University (03:19:04) also put on remarkable displays of athleticism, rounding out the women’s podium. 

 

In the 10km races, both the men's and women's events saw thrilling finishes. Kieren Tall from the Australian College of Physical Education emerged victorious in the men's race, clocking in at 31:09. Bronte Oates from the University of Technology Sydney took the women's title with a time of 33:39

 

In the men's 10km, Lachlan Townsend from The University of Sydney finished second with a time of 31:26, followed by Logan Campbell from the University of New South Wales in third with a time of 31:34. In the women's 10km, Bridget Lunn from The Australian National University claimed second place with a time of 37:04, while Ruby Madden from the University of Technology finished third with a time of 37:05. These times highlighted how both the men’s and women’s 10km races were nail-biting affairs, with the top competitors separated by a mere blink of an eye. 

 

The National Championship Lead, Gary Gin from UniSport Australia says: 

 

“We would like to express our sincere gratitude to TCS Sydney Marathon for hosting the 2024 UniSport Distance running nationals. The event was incredibly exciting with close finishes from athletes in both categories. We here at UniSport are so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such an iconic event and excited for future possibilities.” 

 

Overall Champions: 

  • Women: 1st The University of Sydney, 2nd University of Technology Sydney, 3rd The Australian National University 

  • Men: 1st The University of Sydney, 2nd The Australian National University, 3rd The University of New South Wales 

 

A total of 158 runners participated in the UniSport Nationals Distance Running event, representing various universities across Australia. The competition showcased the high level of athletic talent within the university sporting community, as athletes from all corners of the country pushed themselves to their limits. 

 

 

Name 

 

University 

Time 

Men’s TCS Marathon 





Justin 

Yu 

The University of Sydney 

02:35:23 

Ben 

Cook 

University of Southern Queensland 

02:39:01 

Archer 

Ramsay 

The Australian National University 

02:41:23 

Women’s TCS Marathon 





Victoria 

Bath 

Flinders University 

03:06:34 

Nicola 

Pearce 

University of Canberra 

03:15:53 

Moram 

Foster 

Macquarie University 

03:19:04 

Men’s TCS 10km 





Kieren 

Tall 

Australian College of Physical Education 

00:31:09 

Lachlan 

Townsend 

The University of Sydney 

00:31:26 

Logan 

Campbell 

The University of New South Wales 

00:31:34 

Women’s TCS 10km 





Bronte 

Oates 

University of Technology Sydney 

00:33:39 

Bridget 

Lunn 

The Australian National University 

00:37:04 

Ruby 

Madden 

University of Technology Sydney 

00:37:05 

 

To see the full results from Nationals Distance Running, click here 

 

 

About UniSport      

UniSport Australia (UniSport) is the peak body for university sport in Australia. 42 universities are members of UniSport, representing a population of over one million students. UniSport’s ambition is to become an integral partner to Australian universities and to deliver an outstanding student experience at our national intervarsity competitions.       

   

More information on UniSport: www.unisport.com.au       

     

For more information please contact:      

Damian Murphy 

General Manager - Marketing and Communications 

Mobile: 0438 688 644 

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