St Peter’s School sprinter competes for Great Britain

St Peter’s School lower sixth student Rowan, known as Ro, ran for the Great Britain and Northern Ireland U20 team at the 2026 Loughborough International, finishing the men’s 400m in 47.82 seconds.

He also ran the opening leg of the mixed 4x400m relay, helping his team secure fifth place.

Currently ranked second in the UK U18 400m standings, he holds a personal best of 47.24 seconds.

Ro currently ranks second in the UK U18 400m standings, and holds a personal best of 47.24 seconds (Image: St Peter’s School)

Ro said: “Having the honour to represent my country in both the individual and relay has always been my dream, and to make it come true meant the world to me.

“I look forward to what the rest of this year has to offer, and fingers crossed to represent team GB again.

“It is all stepping stones to the LA Olympics.”

St Peter’s School is known for producing athletes who compete at regional and national levels.

A spokesperson for St Peter’s said: “We thank our highly qualified staff who provide exceptional support for the immensely talented pupils, like Ro, at the school.

“Everyone at St Peter’s is extremely proud of Ro’s achievements and excited to see how he continues to progress in the months and years ahead.”