This year's Great North Run will be held in "very sad and special circumstances" following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Great Run released an update on Saturday informing runners of the changes to this year's event following confirmation it will go ahead
Runners and spectators are asked to join a minute's silence at the start line in Newcastle in memory of the Queen, followed by a rendition of the national anthem, which is now God Save the King as Charles III is now the monarch.
Read more: The changes to the Great North Run in light of the Queen's death
"The start line music will reflect the mood of the nation, setting the tone for what will be a poignant moment of remembrance for Queen Elizabeth II, whilst also celebrating the coming together of people raising much-needed funds for worthy causes," the organisers say.
Often, some of those raising money for charity by taking part in the Great North Run will choose to wear fancy dress or costumes. There is no explicit rule on what participants should wear this year, although Great Run asks them to use common sense and consider the nationwide mourning period.
Great Run says: "We will be encouraging everyone to be mindful of the very sad and special circumstances in which the event will be taking place. We encourage you to communicate your respect in whichever way you feel appropriate.
"For some of you this will mean wearing a black armband, for others it might be a message on your race number – please consider your plans to ensure they are respectful of the occasion."
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