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Man, 28, collapses and dies during Great Bristol Run half marathon

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A man has collapsed and died after the Great British Run half marathon.

Jon Devereux

, 28, was taken to hospital after collapsing during the event on May 11.

His cause of death is not known.

A statement from The Great Run Company said: “It is with great sadness that The Great Run Company confirms the death of a participant at the Great Bristol Run on Sunday, 11 May 2025.

“Jon Devereux, aged 28, collapsed during the event, received immediate medical treatment, and later passed away in hospital.”

Tributes poured in for Mr Devereux on social media.