Belfast City Marathon: Images relay the action from running extravaganza

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Competitors dressed as the cast from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory were among those seeking the golden ticket of success at the Belfast City MarathonImage source, Pacemaker
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Competitors dressed as the cast from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory were among those seeking the golden ticket of success at the Belfast City Marathon

They were put through their paces prior to the event starting at Belfast City HallImage source, Pacemaker
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They were put through their paces prior to the event starting at Belfast City Hall

Batman was keen to spread his wings at the eventImage source, Pacemaker
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Batman was keen to spread his wings at the event

More than 17,500 runners are participating in the marathonImage source, Pacemaker
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More than 17,500 runners are participating in the marathon

This runner in a Magherafelt Harriers vest soaked up the atmosphereImage source, Pacemaker
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This runner in a Magherafelt Harriers vest soaked up the atmosphere

Runner at Belfast City MarathonImage source, Pacemaker
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Others felt it was better to stay in the shade

Runner at Belfast City MarathonImage source, Pacemaker
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Sometimes you need a bat and a hat to get ahead

Kenyan athlete Joel Kipsang Kositany earned his third Belfast Marathon victory as he won the men's raceImage source, Pacemaker
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Kenyan athlete Joel Kipsang Kositany earned his third Belfast Marathon victory as he won the men's race