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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Luke Baker

London Marathon to be run over two days in historic 2027 decision

The 2027 London Marathon will be run over two days for the first time, with 100,000 runners set to participate across the weekend.

London Marathon Events confirmed this morning that the 2027 edition of the famous race will take place on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 April in a one-off change to celebrate the popular 26.2-mile event.

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