Athletics: Trafford AC veteran Darren Scott of Runcorn sets indoor world 200m record at North of England Championships in Sheffield

Jan 21 2010 Runcorn and Widnes Weekly News

DARREN Scott smashed a world record this week but insisted he is not on his own at the top.

The 40-year-old from Runcorn promptly shared the glory with long-standing hometown coach Morris Condon – father of former international sprinter turned GB bobsleigh star Allyn.

“A big thank you goes to Morris because without his expertise and knowledge, I wouldn’t have done it,” admitted Scott. “It is a good partnership.”

Scott, of Weston Point, is just a month into his comeback after almost a year out with ankle trouble and continues his fine indoor form with the fastest ever 200m by a Masters athlete in the 40-45 year age band.

His time of 21.81 secs, earning the Trafford AC ace a silver medal at the North of England Championships at Sheffield on Sunday, smashed the hitherto global best of 21.94.

The final saw Scott finish behind 21-year-old Richard Kilty (21.41) of Gateshead Harriers – he’d also been a heat runner-up to the eventual champion before winning his semi-final.

“I knew I was in good shape as I had run my fastest 60m for 12 years the week before with 6.98,” added Scott. “I’m really chuffed to get the world record.

“I’ll just keep going and see what other landmarks come up – it keeps me motivated. Me and Morris think I’ve got a little bit more in the tank yet and can maybe run a 21.7.”