TRICKY weather conditions did not put off Ben Short as the Crawley runner claimed the Weymouth Bay 10k title.

Strong winds hampered over 200 runners in the rearranged race, but Short still managed an impressive time of 36:16.

Paul Moseley of New Forest Runners claimed second, with Damien Hayward of Royal Manor Portland accepting third place for the second time in a row.

Dorchester's Lyn Cotterill stormed home to take victory in the women's race, recording a time of 46:08.

Salisbury's Julie Densham was second with Totton's Katherine Smith in third.

The team award went to Poole AC.

MCC Promotions 10K run series race director would like to thank Weymouth Council for their support of the event.

Sunday, March 6 has been mooted for the 2022 edition.