There's a satisfying symmetry in the fact that Val Byers' relationship with the Ross Marathons has been somewhat of a marathon.
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The Oatlands runner has competed at every event since it first ran in 2004, during which time she has tried her hand at each of the 10km, half-marathon and marathon events.
Completing another half-marathon on Sunday, Ms Byers said she was happy to support any event that brought people to Ross.
“I'm originally from Ross and it's good that they have events in Ross to bring people to the town,” Ms Byers said.
“I think when it first started there were only about 40 people that ran in the whole event and it's really grown from there.”
Ms Byers was unsure if she was the only person to have competed in all 13 events, but certain the joy of crossing the line had not diminished over the years.
“I think I'm getting a little bit slower every year but I'm always pleased to finish.”
