Northern Ireland contractor FK Lowry has continued its association with the Armagh International Road Race.

The event, which had a three-year hiatus, returned to the famous Mall Circuit in Armagh. Athletes travelled from all over the world to compete on the fast Inner City Road Circuit with 17 athletes running sub-14 mins and a further 132 athletes running sub-15 mins in the Elite 5K Male Race.

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In the Elite 3K Females Race, FK Lowry was represented by local Athlete Niamh Carr who competed in the Elite Women's 3K Road Race and was rewarded with a new PB time of 9.30.

Over 1,100 Children also completed in a series of individual races and FK Lowry’s Business Development Manager, Mark McKeown was on hand to present the prizes.

Mark McKeown, Business Development Manager at FK Lowry, said: "The Armagh International Road Races are now becoming recognised globally to be the fastest road races in the world. Hundreds of international athletes flock to Armagh for the atmosphere and the opportunity to attain a personal best. We at FK Lowry are delighted to continue our association with the race through the sponsorship of one of the Junior Races on the night."