WORLD-class athletes were competing in the region as Stockton high street was transformed into a venue to host the Great North City Games on Saturday.
About 20,000 spectators turned out to see the elite athletes take part in the event, which was broadcast live on the BBC.
The event has been held on Newcastle quayside in previous years but took place in Stockton for the first time this year.
More pictures to follow.
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