Derval’s national triumph

DERVAL O’ROURKE (Leevale) bounced back from a disastrous run in Crystal Palace the previous day to win her ninth title at the Woodies DIY National Senior Championships at Morton Stadium yesterday.

Derval’s national triumph

The two-time European silver medallist failed to make the final of the 100m hurdles at the Samsung Diamond League after finishing fourth in her heat in a disappointing 13.28 secs. However, yesterday she was sharp and smooth as she coasted to victory in 13.24 secs.

“Crystal Palace was the worst race I’ve ever done at that level. It was such a long walk from the finish line back to my clothes. Everything about it was brutal. I just ran absolutely awful,” she said.

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