British Championships: Michael Rimmer secures sixth national title in 800 metres
Michael Rimmer claimed his sixth national title with victory in the 800 metres in Birmingham on Sunday afternoon.
Last Updated: 14/07/13 3:11pm
The 27-year-old kicked as he came off the back straight and pulled clear of the field, but only just managed to hold off the fast-finishing Mukhtar Mohammed as he ran out of gas as he approached the line.
The former European silver medallist finished in one minute 47.79 seconds and, with this event doubling up as the trials for next month's World Championships in Moscow, sealed his place on the team.
Mohammed came home just 0.07secs further back.
Tough
Rimmer, whose preparation has been disrupted by injury, said: "It was the worst possible race, scrappy, pushing, dodging and weaving.
"It was a tough last 50 metres. I was so scared. I could tell from the crowds that there was someone coming, but luckily I sneaked in on the line. Now I need to get some good training in before Moscow."
Nigel Levine joined the Liverpool athlete on the plane as he claimed the 400m crown in 45.23s, giving him the 'A' qualifying standard he needed.
Brett Morse booked his spot with a commanding victory in the discus, 62.05m his winning throw.
