As runners from across the globe prepare to hit London’s streets for the capital’s annual flagship running event, we hear from some of those participating in the London Marathon to raise money for our vital research – and the powerful motivations that keep them focused on reaching the finish line.
Anthony Joshua inspired one London Marathon runner who was doubting he could finish the course. Joshua attended the 2024 London Marathon, where he was pictured handing out drinks to runners, while
This is the touching moment the oldest and youngest runners to complete the 2024 London Marathon met on the finish line. 81-year-old Eileen Hieron was introduced to Maya Woolf, who at 18 was the youngest participant in this year’s race. After embracing, Ms Woolf exclaimed that she was “so proud” of Ms Hieron for completing the race. The London Marathon saw tens of thousands descend on the capital to raise millions of pounds for charity. In the professional races, the women’s only world record...
Participants pounded through the streets of the capital this morning, with athletes and celebrities among the record 50,000 runners taking part in the world famous event.