HUNDREDS of people of different ages and backgrounds rallied for a common cause as they braved the Race for Life at Worcester Racecourse.
The event kicked off just after 10am on Saturday, July 20 with the Worcester 10k, followed by the 5k and 3k events.
The Pretty Muddy kids race and the Pretty Muddy 5k were held during the afternoon to finish the fund-raising extravaganza.
The annual Worcester Race for Life has already raised almost £117,000 for Cancer Research UK with donations still flooding in.
For Neave Lawson, who was running with her mum Emma, the day was extra special as she was celebrating her 19th birthday today.
The duo have completed several races for life over the years, with Neave taking part in her first when she was just seven.
She told the Worcester News: “We haven’t done any preparation but we are feeling great, it’s a wonderful atmosphere and is very inclusive.”
Emma added: “We have had friends and family who have had cancer, including my mother, but thankfully she is still here today.
“This event isn’t taken too seriously by those racing, you can have fun while knowing you are raising money for a great cause.”
Fellow runner David More was completing his first race for life in memory of his niece, who passed away after a long battle with breast cancer.
He said she was hoping to be at the finish line today but felt he wanted to take part in the fantastic event.
He said: “It’s a very emotional race, so many of us know people who have been impacted.
“It is a very tough disease for family and friends too and I’m so glad I can help raise money to hopefully help prevent more people from experiencing this.”
Cancer Research UK has set an aim of raising £4million to help those living with the illness and their families.
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