A MAN has died after collapsing during the Great Scottish Run in Glasgow.
He was seen falling to the ground in the city's Ballater Street during the city half-marathon just after 1pm yesterday. He was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary but died a short time later.
Councillor Archie Graham, deputy leader of Glasgow City Council, said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died at this very sad time."
Organisers said 24,089 people registered to compete over the weekend, the highest number of entries the event has ever had.
The 13.1 mile route saw runners cross the Kingston Bridge, as well as taking in Bellahouston and Pollok parks.
Organisers said the event was revamped with the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games in mind. This led to the introduction of a family mile and toddler dash.
For the first time since 2006, a runner successfully defended his title. Kenyan Joseph Birech took first place in the half marathon with a time of 63 minutes and 15 seconds. The first Scot to complete the half marathon was Ross Houston in 8th position – 66 minutes and 28 seconds.
The 10k run started at 9.30am, with runners in the half-marathon race crossing the George Square start line at 11am.
An estimated £1.5m will have been raised for charity. Mr Graham added: "The Bank of Scotland Great Scottish Run has broken another record in securing over 24,000 runners, which maintains our position as the largest mass participation sporting event in the country."
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