‘I was at my sister’s hen last night, and I’m celebrating my biggest win today’ – Dublin City Half Marathon female winner
The half marathon, which sold out in just two hours earlier this year, took runners from O’Connell Street through the northside of the capital, giving views of Croke Park and Dublin Bay as the sun shone down on Dublin amid clear blue skies.
De O’Connor during the inaugural Dublin City Half Marathon. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile
Bohermeen AC athlete Nichola Sheridan (28) was the fastest woman, crossing the line with a time of 1:18:00. She was followed by Sportsworld AC’s Noreen Brouder in 1:21:42 and Trim AC’s Edel Gaffney in 01:23:31.
Ms Sheridan, who is a primary school teacher from Co Meath, attended her sister’s hen party last night, but yet still achieved “the biggest win” of her career today.
30 March 2025; Women’s race winner Nichola Sheridan with the Dublin City Half Marathon Women’s Champion Trophy at the 2025 event. Their achievement was celebrated among thousands of runners who took part in the 21km race through Dublin’s Northside, marking a memorable first…
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