Richard Hall was Thirsk and Sowerby Athletics Club's highest finisher in the Carlton Challenge, the second race in the Cleveland Midweek Summer Fell Series.

He finished fourth in 35 minutes 21 seconds, 34 seconds ahead of team-mate Merv Burn, who was fifth. Brian Roberts (Middlesbrough AC) was the winner in a time of 34mins 31secs.

The Thirsk ten and three-mile Fun Run will be staged on June 1. This event is open to all runners and a large field is expected. Entry forms can be obtained from Norman Smith (01845 523340).

Updated: 10:37 Thursday, May 22, 2003