Sonia stars in 3000m in Cork

Sonia O'Sullivan has enjoyed her homecoming to Cork as she cruised to victory in the 3,000m at the Cork City Sports.

Sonia won the race in a time of 8min38.99secs in her first race in Cork since she won a silver medal at the Olympic Games in Sydney two years ago.

Behind Sonia was Ireland's Una English, followed by Aimee Rudoloph of the US.

Women's 3000m Result:

1st Sonia O'Sullivan (Ireland) 8min38.99sec

2nd Una English (Ireland) 8min54.73sec

3rd Aimee Rudolph (US) 9min02.62sec