A male competitor at this year's Dublin Marathon is in a serious condition in hospital after collapsing during the event.
Race organisers say they are "very concerned" for the man's welfare.
Officials from St John's Ambulance treated the man before he was removed to hospital.
A record 14,500 people are participating in the 34th annual Dublin Marathon.
Motorists are being warned of traffic restrictions in and around Dublin city centre due to the event which began at 9am.
Merrion Square North and Merrion Square South will be closed to traffic until 9pm.
Dublin Bus is advising passengers that diversions will be in place on some routes.
Organisers have advised participants and spectators to wear appropriate clothing as there is a risk of strong winds and occasional heavy showers.
Irishman, Sean Hehir won the men's race in a time of two hours, 18 minutes and 19 seconds.
The Clare athlete and primary school teacher is the first male, Irish winner since John Treacy in 1993.
Dublin's Maria McCambridge won the women's race in a time of two hours, 38 minutes and 51 seconds.
Her victory follows Sonia O'Sullivan's win in 2000.
Participants can be tracked by name, number or home city on the Dublin Marathon website.
AA Roadwatch is advising that rolling road closures will take place along the marathon route, from O'Connell Street, to the North Circular Road, Phoenix Park, Chapelizod and Inchicore Road.
The Crumlin, Drimnagh and Walkinstown Roads will be closed, along with Kimmage Road West, Templeogue Road and Terenure Road East.
There will also be restrictions on Orwell Road, Dartry Road, Milltown Road, Clonskeagh Road, Fosters Avenue, Stillorgan Road, Nutley Lane, Merrion Road, Shelbourne Road, Grand Canal Street and Pearse Street.
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