Swansea Half Marathon runner dies before the finish line

Young male runner died after collapsing just yards from the finish line of the Swansea Half Marathon in front of stunned spectators More than 5,000 people took part in the Swansea Half Marathon on Sunday  Cause of death of runner is not yet known but organisers are investigating Death comes months after two died during Cardiff Half Marathon in Autumn 

By Dianne Apen-sadler For Mailonline

Published: 01:58 BST, 24 June 2019 | Updated: 07:09 BST, 24 June 2019

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A young male runner died after collapsing at the Swansea Half Marathon on Sunday 150 yards from the finish of the 13-mile race.

The race organisers said in a statement: 'We are working closely with all emergency services into the circumstances of the incident.

'Our deepest condolences go to their family and friends at this time.' 

The runner's cause of death is not yet known.

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