I’ve not long returned home from the Great North City Games, where I was running in the street on a raised platform with a temporary track surface laid. It was two-per-side, England versus Australia – The Battle of the Ashes.

I won from a very unsteady lane one, just managing to stay on my feet along the unusual surface, claiming maximum points for England. Andy Turner followed close behind.

My birthday was on 12th September, Andy Turner’s birthday was on the actual race day (19th), Marlon Devonish ran a British record over the 150m and it was the official end of the season. As you can imagine there was lots to celebrate and we partied in true Geordie style!

It was nice to finish my successful season with a home victory in front of a vibrant crowd. I can now take my end of season break in the comfort of building next season’s targets and aspirations on top of a steady platform.