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RICHMOND, Va. -- Thousands of runners and walkers took part in the 2024 Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k presented by Kroger as the "biggest block party ever" celebrated 25 years on Saturday.
Jordan Bendura, a University of Richmond student from Glen Allen, came in first to win the Collegiate Running Association 10k Road Race National Championships.
Ryen Frazier, a NC State University student from Raleigh, North Carolina, won the women's title for the second year in a row.
Organizers said 1,700 college students took part in the 9th Collegiate 10k Road Race National Championship event as part of the Monument Avenue 10k.
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Show off your Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k photos
Sports Backers spokesperson Nan Callahan said 24,000 people took part in the 10k this year. Additionally, 1,200 participants signed up for the Atlantic Union Bank 10k Mini, which takes place before the 10k.
"It was a year marked by increased 10k Spirit Groups, a new running DJ party pacer, and that 10k fun everyone knows and loves," Callahan wrote.
Race Director Meghan Keogh previously said more than half a million people have taken part in the 10k since the event began 25 years ago.
Bobby Ukrop, CEO of Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods, called the Monument Avenue 10k a "testament to the vibrant, enduring spirit of our community and the dedication of all those who have made this event a success."
WATCH REPLAY: CBS 6 Cheer Zone along Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k
Saturday, April 20 — Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10k
Start: W. Broad Street (near intersection with N. Harrison Street)
Finish: Laurel and Franklin Street
- 8 a.m. – Atlantic Union Bank10k Mini begins
- 8:30 a.m. – Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k begins
- Sheehy Post-Race Festival — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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What you need to know before the Monument Ave 10k Saturday
Folks taking part in the 10k passed the CBS 6 Cheer Station in the median at Monument and Tilden as some of your favorite CBS 6 friends, along with Storm Rider 6, were on hand to offer motivation and well-wishes.
We'll also streamed LIVE coverage from our cheer station on the CBS 6 Streaming App and WTVR.com/LIVE2. Our app is available on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV and Android TV. Just search "CBS 6 Richmond" in your app store.
Thanks to all who stopped by and gave a shout-out to their friends and family.
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