Thousands of runners set off from the Stormont Estate this morning.

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Best pictures of the 2023 Belfast City Marathon as thousands take to the streets

By Valerie Martin

Published 30th Apr 2023, 19:13 GMT

Updated 30th Apr 2023, 19:25 GMT

Thousands of people turned out for the Belfast City Marathon on Sunday to cheer on the huge sea of colourful runners and walkers aiming to make it over the finishing line.

Here are some of the best pictures of the day.

This runner had a smile for a photographer along the route.

33. Keeping cheerful

This runner had a smile for a photographer along the route. Photo: Pacemaker

Katie Andrews, Paul Reilly, Sean Boyle and Deborah McAleese from UTV at the 2023 Mash Direct Belfast City Marathon.

34. In the spotlight

Katie Andrews, Paul Reilly, Sean Boyle and Deborah McAleese from UTV at the 2023 Mash Direct Belfast City Marathon. Photo: Kelvin Boyes

Ben Scott, Matthew Nicholson and Clive Nesbitt.

35. Hitting the right chord

Ben Scott, Matthew Nicholson and Clive Nesbitt. Photo: Kelvin Boyes

Paul and Lauren Seawright.

36. 'We're ready!'

Paul and Lauren Seawright. Photo: Kelvin Boyes