Michael George won the Netherlands 50km Walking Championships in Tilburg yesterday in a time of 4.41.32, more than 8 minutes faster than when he set his previous personal best at the same event four years ago and nearly half an hour ahead of the second finisher. Michael, who celebrated his 47th birthday on Friday was more than 1 hour and 20 minutes faster than the Manx age group record in the over 45 category!  This Sunday his family business, the Welbeck Hotel and Restaurant, is sponsoring the annual one hour walk for novices at the National Sports Centre. Details at manxharriers.com