McCormacks share podium places at National Cross Country Championships

There have been bigger days in Fionnuala McCormack’s career, but few that felt as sweet. Not only did the 35-year-old stamp her supremacy over her rivals at today’s National Cross Country Championships in Abbotstown, winning her ninth senior title, but she was able to share the podium with her younger sister Una.

No siblings had ever accomplished that feat and it made a special day even better for the two-time European champion. “It’s a great day for our family, for our club,” said McCormack, who turned around after crossing the line and run back down the course to cheer on her sister.