MEDALS ALL AROUND: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 2025 MCR HALF
The legs might be sore today, but the hearts are full as thousands of runners have shared their #MedalMonday photos, each one a reminder of the incredible achievement they celebrated yesterday.
This year’s medal was something special, featuring a rotating centre with six different messages to capture what the event meant to each runner. Whether you were a Charity Champion, chasing a Personal Best, or showing your love with I ❤️ MCR, your medal tells the story of your unique journey.
So, whose #MCRHalf medal caught our eye this year?
1. She Did It! A Sub-1:55 Finish 🙌
The joy says it all, a 1:51:39 on the clock and a huge personal milestone crushed! Good luck with your next challenge Callie.
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2. Pacing Perfection
Thank you to Shafiq and our incredible pacing team for leading the way and inspiring so many PBs, you helped make the Manchester Half such a success once again!
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3. Sweet Success at the Finish Line
Now that’s what we call icing on the cake! A huge well done to these two for crossing the line in style, medals well earned and smiles all round.
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5. Finish Line Magic
The finish line, the medal, and the pride of a hard-earned achievement. Well done to every runner crossing that finish line yesterday.
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6. Half Done ✅ Full Marathon Next
A medal in the bag and bigger challenges ahead! Huge well done today, and here’s to crossing that full marathon finish line on the 19th April!
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With every step taken and every medal earned, the 2025 Manchester Half proved once again why it’s a highlight on every runner’s calendar. Who’s ready to join us on again on Sunday 4th October 2026?