FOR the 17th year running, the island’s biggest for sporting has showed no signs of dying down as thousands turned up to make the 10 mile trek from the Vigie Playing Field to the Pigeon Island Landmark in Gros Islet.
The event which took place last Sunday saw over 5000 participants take to the streets to test their endurance whilst braving the elements of the tropical heat and at one point, a heavy but much welcomed downpour.
Once the walk had commenced, a sea of white T-shirts worn by men and women, young and old, chubby and slim, tall and short, able-bodied and disabled as well, could have been seen stretching as far back and ahead as the eyes could see.
Although a misunderstanding surrounding the numbers worn by participants caused a level of anger and disappointment, the event, which was seemingly incident free, was well received and enjoyed by the masses for the most part.
Once at the Pigeon Island Landmark, participants were treated to refreshments and energy building foods, as well as a workout session, music and entertainment. Even the children who took part in the event were catered for with a Kiddies Corner where toys and refreshments were served and a Bouncy Castle was erected for their enjoyment.
Whilst many of participants took part for numerous reasons including fitness, fun and health, there was the group of usual suspects who annually compete at the event with hopes of walking away with prizes, medals and trophies.
The big winners of the day included Jason Sayers who placed first, Nevil Dupre who placed second and Julian Toussaint who placed third.
There were also prizes awarded in categories including youngest participant which went to a pair of infants and a prize was also awarded to Krishna Satney for placing first in the Physically Challenged category.
