London Marathon

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Marathon running race held in London, United Kingdom

The London Marathon is an annual marathon held in London, England. Founded by athletes Chris Brasher and John Disley in 1981, it is typically held in April, although it moved to October for 2020, 2021, and 2022 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The largely flat course is set around the River Thames, starting in Blackheath and finishing at The Mall. Hugh Brasher is the current race director and Nick Bitel its chief executive.

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London Marathon sets entry record

London Marathon sets entry record A record 1.33 million people enter the ballot for the 2027 London Marathon.