Runners and cyclists took to the Speedway track at Foxhall Stadium at the weekend for an exciting new off-road challenge.

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Almost 200 people took on the ROC Challenge at the home of the Ipswich Witches on Saturday - a double-header event involving both a cycling and a running time-trial.

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Participants took on laps of a 3.5 mile course which wound its way through the local woodland areas as well as the legendary motor racing-track.

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There was also a fun-run during the day, allowing youngsters to join the fun.

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Events director Greg Cooper, said it could not have gone any better.

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"It was excellent, he said, "a really great event."

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"We had almost 200 people take part and even more people waving and cheering them on.

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"When setting up the event, we couldn't believe there had never been a running event at the stadium before."

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The challenge, organised by Run or Cycle events, looks to return to the stadium next year. An event is also planned at Christchurch Park in Ipswich next year in May.

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For more information visit www.runorcycleevents.com

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