FARAH ON ROAD TO HISTORY

GREAT NORTH RUN

SIR MO FARAH set his sights on a “new adventure” as he made Great North Run history.

The British superstar (above) held off the challenge of Kiwi Jake Robertson to become the first athlete to win the race four times in a row.

After the race, Robertson proposed to his girlfriend Magdalyne Masai (below) – who accepted – while Farah confirmed his plan to run in next year’s London Marathon.

“That was really tough,” said Farah after winning in a time of 1 hour 6 seconds on the 13.1-mile circuit.

“I think it was a lack of training. With four miles to go, I was hanging on – but I managed to believe in myself and know I can sprint at the end.

“The kick worked for me and I’m really enjoying myself and living the dream.

“I’m so pleased with how the season has gone.

“I can’t wait to start a new adventure racing on the roads in 2018, starting with the world’s greatest marathon. The London Marathon is my home race and it is so special to me. The previous times I have taken part in 2013 and 2014 were amazing. The atmosphere on the course was unbelievable.

“When I decided to concentrate solely on the roads from 2018 I knew I wanted this to be my first marathon. I can’t wait for April and will be training as hard as ever over the coming months to ensure I’m in the best shape possible.” The 34-year-old ran only half the race in 2013 to gain experience, but completed the whole distance a year later when he finished eighth in 2:08:21.

London Marathon winner Mary Keitany, of Kenya, won her third Great North Run in the women’s race in 1:05:59.