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Christa Cain breaks Isle of Man women’s marathon record in Chicago

Credit: manxathletics

Manx athlete Christa Cain has set a new Isle of Man women’s marathon record at the Chicago Marathon.

Crossing the finish line in an outstanding 2 hours, 35 minutes and 31 seconds, Christa also improved her personal best by nearly two minutes.

She was among eight Isle of Man runners who completed the world-renowned marathon over the weekend.

Her performance saw her finish as the first Brit and 19th overall in the women’s category.

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