The Great North Run 2016
The half-marathon will be staged for the 36th time on September 11 and is the biggest of its kind in the world
It's Great North Run Day!
It is the world's biggest half-marathon - and it is happening today.
There is expected to be 57,000 runner from all over the world taking part, including four-time Olympic gold medalist Mo Farah in the men's elite race.
The vast majority of runners will be raising money for charities.
With fine weather forecast for much o the day, large crowds will once again line the route.
To every runner - the very best of luck!
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Great North Run 2016: Photo gallery
Did you or someone you know take part in the Great North Run today? Take a look at our photo gallery.
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Thousands of children take part in Great North runs
Thousands of children have taken part in the Great North Mini Run and Great North Junior Run on the Newcastle and Gateshead quaysides
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The Great North City Games are underway
The Great North City Games are taking place on the Newcastle and Gateshead quaysides.