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So this is Christmas. Mistletoe, Christmas trees, Santa sprinting\u2026Yes that\u2019s right Santa sprinting.<\/p>\n

In the first of the 3 Grand Prix held by Cardiff Metropolitan University, The Christmas Classic, open to all U20 and senior athletes around the UK and Europe, showcases some of the best non-elite athletic talent in South Wales whilst raising money for a Cardiff based charity fund.<\/p>\n

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Welsh sprinter Christian Malcolm told us, \u201cIt\u2019s a brilliant day out. I often would take time off a busy week of training just so I could experience the atmosphere and fun they have down there\u201d.<\/p>\n

But the showcase of Welsh athletics isn\u2019t even the best part. At the end of the day there is a sponsored santa run where all the proceeds go to Go Felix.<\/p>\n

Matt Elias head of sprinting explained, \u201cIt\u2019s a great cause. Seeing people try and run flat out in A Santa Claus suit is pure comedy.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here is the world record set in 2012<\/p>\n

[youtube]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6gt8s8bESEs[\/youtube]<\/p>\n

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