KILBARCHAN runners Derek Hawkins and Hayley Haining enjoyed successful runs in their respective Glasgow 2014 marathons as they took in the sights of Glasgow Cathedral, Bellahouston Park and also Pollok Country Park to name but a few.

Bridge of Weir representative, Hawkins, battled through the field to finish a commendable ninth place in a time of 2.14.15 to finish as best Scot.

The men’s marathon was eventually won by Michael Shelley of Australia in 2.11.15, just ahead of Stephen Chelamy of Kenya and Ugandan, Abraham Kiplimo, who claimed bronze.

Ross Houston finished 16th as Scotland produced a solid display in the wet conditions.

Hawkins said: “I really enjoyed it, it was quite blustery out towards Bellahouston Park which made the second part quite tough but the crowd support was unbelievable.

“The second half of that second lap they were just so loud they managed to pull me through to the end. “When the finish line was in sight it was a case of thank goodness that’s over. I really enjoyed it, the noise was unbelievable, especially when they started banging the boards.” Elsewhere, 41-year-old Hayley Haining continued her good form to come home in 13th place.

Despite being unlucky for some Haining was delighted to finish the race which was eventually won by Flomena Cheyech Daniel of Kenya in a time of 2.26.45.

Silver was claimed by fellow Kenyan Caroline Kilel whilst Australia continued their fine marathon form with a bronze from Jess Trengove.

Finishing in a time of 2.40.40, Haining admitted she felt great to finish the race following the death of her long time coach Derek Parker who died in June, following a short illness.

Haining said: “It was emotional for me today. My son, Elliot, will be four next week and I saw him and all his pals with Paul in Pollok Park.

“I felt it was very important to finish the race following the death of my coach Derek Parker a couple of months ago.

“My tactics were all about being conservative at first and then trying to finish strongly and that’s what I did.”