Ellie Watson took on the Belfast City Half Marathon on Sunday in support of TORC, finishing with a new personal best and taking 2 minutes and 25 seconds off her previous time. Ellie has recently begun a PhD at Ulster University’s School of Engineering, where her research focuses on computer simulation of optimal positioning in total hip replacement surgery, making TORC’s work a cause particularly close to her heart.
Her race was made all the more special by the people cheering her on along the way. At 14km, as she ran past Titanic Quarter, her mum and brother were there to spur her on and her best friend was waiting at 20km to carry her through the final mile.
Reflecting on the day, Ellie said: “It was an honour to represent and support a cause that means so much to so many people.”
Every pound raised goes directly towards research and support for trauma and orthopaedic patients across Northern Ireland.
Ellie’s fundraising page is still open for anyone who would like to show their support: https://eventmaster.ie/fundraising/pages/EW38078611
