The organisers of the London Marathon have shared a statement following the tragic passing of runner Steve Shanks who was travelling home after finishing the race last weekend.
The 45-year-old was a passionate runner who undertook the 26 mile race in 2 hours, 53 minutes and 26 seconds before falling ill and passing away on his way home to his heartbroken wife.
Organisers have released a statement with well wishes to both his family and friends at this tragic time, The Mirror reported.
