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Sir Brendan Foster CBE (born 12 January 1948) is a British former long-distance runner, athletics commentator and road race organiser. He founded the Great North Run, one of the sport's most high profile half-marathon races.
Aug 14, 2017 · A 37-year commentating career came to an end this weekend, as Great North Run founder Brendan Foster hung up his mic. The Hebburn-born athlete, who ran for the Gateshead Harriers, found fame...
Aug 14, 2017 · The former Olympic runner and athletics commentator bids farewell after 37 years behind the microphone. He was awarded a special presentation at the London World Athletics Championships in 2017.
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Nov 17, 2021 · The former athlete and commentator received the honour for his services to sport and culture in the north-east. He shared his memories of the 1976 Olympics with the Princess Royal, who was also on the team.
After 40 years as a sports commentator and analyst, Brendan Foster announces his departure from BBC Sport following the 2017 World Athletics Championships in London. He will also receive the John Disley Lifetime Achievement Award at the London Marathon and reflect on his career as an athlete and a broadcaster.
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Nov 22, 2020 · The former Olympic bronze medallist and world record-breaker received the honour for his services to sport and culture in North East England. He also founded the Great North Run, a popular half marathon event that hosts the World Half Marathon Championships.
Apr 20, 2017 · The former Olympic bronze medallist and athletics commentator bids farewell to BBC Sport after the 2017 World Athletics Championships in London. He will also receive the John Disley Lifetime Achievement Award at the London Marathon and reflect on his career highlights.
