If you are looking for a source of inspiration en route, a good laugh doesn’t go amiss. Here’s a selection of the world’s best race signs.

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1)  “This seems a lot of work for a free banana” – Painfully correct. I suppose we could just buy one for 20p down our nearest store, but that’s no fun!

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2)  “Is that gel in your pocket or are you just happy to see me?!” – What an embarrassing situation that could be. Remember to keep your shorts neat and tidy!

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3) “Finishing – Is your only f****** option” – Again, ball achingly right but not quite sympathetic. Deep disappointment greets you if you give up!

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4) “This guy is an idiot! No, he’s the idiot!! Am not! Are too! Leave me alone, or I will taunt you with another sign!” – Love a good domestic on the way round. These two fellas would give you a cheerful chuckle.

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5) “Snot rocket firing practise” – A unique, quirky and amusing challenge en route. We’ve all needed to blast our nasal passages dry, but how many points would you score?

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6) “The end is near” – Last but not least, this one speaks for itself. Although I hope he is referring to just the race!