Weightman wins ahead of London

Lisa Weightman has won the Victorian 10km road title at the Big V 10 at Flemington Racecourse. Following her recent selection for the marathon at the London Olympics, Weightman ran impressively to stop the clock at 33:18 ahead of Sophie Barker (34:39) and 1500m runner Melissa Duncan (35:22). “I had a horrendous year last year, so it’s nice to get out and put…

Olympic selection hots up

Athletics Australia have continued their conservative approach to their Olympic team selection. Only athletes who have achieved an A-qualifying standard have been selected in the team so far. No marathon runners have been added to the squad which will compete at the 2012 London Games from 27 July to 12 August. Lisa Weightman is widely…