Nike’s ‘reclaim the night’ run is created for women — some men missed the point

Some competitors at Nike’s After Dark 10km caused controversy (Picture: Getty Images)

This week, London will see it’s final sunset before 5pm for 2026.

It’s a depressing fact, particularly if you’re one of the thousands of women that enjoy running the city’s streets.

I love to run — it’s got me through heartbreaks, lockdowns and particularly ‘meh’ days. But once the nights start drawing in, the opportunities to get out there become limited.

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