Vets' Fell Championships - Possible Outcomes

First, may I also offer my congratulations to our rising star for his fine win over Loughrigg-Silverhowe. John has asked me to pass on his thanks to us all for our company and encouragement over recent months. He says that we've not only provided help ourselves, but we've also put him in touch with other groups (Peter R et al), who have ensured that he's barely had a day without coaching of some sort.

But...the fat lady hasn't sung yet. With just one race to go in the V70 championship, John is a clear leader with 33 points. In second place is Ray Brown, with 25 points. If John doesn't score at least five points at Whittle Pike, Ray could pip him at the post if he secured first place.  Alternatively, if John doesn't run and Peter Covey places first, John's gets = first. Worst case scenario:- Peter Covey wins and moves up alongside John, and Ray brown places second and with those nine points moves into first place, leaving John as equal second. There is no other contender.

John, you need to run and to place at least sixth to be sure of the gold.

Good Luck!