World record for Falkirk veteran Fiona Matheson at British Masters

Author: Selena JacksonPublished 24th Jan 2022

Falkirk Victoria Harriers veteran Fiona Matheson has set a world best time in the 3000m, after cruising to victory in the W60 category at the British Masters in Sheffield.

Fiona, 60, crossed the line in 11:01:55, taking nearly seven seconds off the previous record.

The V60 division includes athletes aged between 60 and 65.

Fiona also recently also landed a World Best in her age group for 5k on the roads.

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