Ledwith’s third spot in Indiana best display of career

ANDREW LEDWITH turned in the finest performance of his career to date when he finished third in the NCAA championships at Indiana State University yesterday.

The Meath man, a student at Iona College, New York, also had the honour of leading his school to the silver medals behind Oregan in what was a memorable race.

The 10,000m race was won by Galen Rupp in 29 mins 03 secs in a sprint finish with Samuel Chelaga (Liberty) who ended up second in 29:08. Rupp led Oregon to the team title. Ledwith was fourth coming into the finishing straight but sprinted into third place in 29:25 with David Kinsella (Portland) settling for fourth in 29:55.