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Sir Brendan Foster CBE (born 12 January 1948) is a British former long-distance runner, athletics commentator and road race organiser. He founded the Great North Run, one of the sport's most high profile half-marathon races.
The former Olympic bronze medallist and world record-breaker received the honour for his services to sport and culture in North East England. He also founded the Great North Run, a popular half marathon event that hosts the World Half Marathon Championships.
Aug 14, 2017 · The former Olympic runner and athletics commentator bids farewell after 37 years behind the microphone. He was awarded a special presentation at the London World Athletics Championships in 2017.
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Oct 9, 2020 · Brendan Foster hopes his knighthood can be followed next year by a biggest and best ever Great North Run.The 72-year-old has been recognised in the Queen’s B...
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Jul 6, 2014 · Brendan Foster, former Olympic athlete and commentator, talks about his passion for running and his vision to get one million more people involved by 2020. He shares his memories of watching the Rome 1960 Olympics and meeting Abebe Bikila, the barefoot marathon champion.
Aug 14, 2017 · A 37-year commentating career came to an end this weekend, as Great North Run founder Brendan Foster hung up his mic. The Hebburn-born athlete, who ran for the Gateshead Harriers, found fame...
Jul 28, 2017 · Brendan Foster's commentary career, which has spanned almost 40 years and borne witness to some of the greatest moments and athletes in history, is coming to an end after next...
