The Latest Breaking News from London Marathon

London Marathon runner stays true to promise by sprinting past pros to lead race

Kenyan runner Amos Kipruto won the men's elite race in the London Marathon in a time of 2:04:39, but even he was struggling to keep pace with an amateur early on

Daily Mirror · Oct 3, 2022

Man who ran marathon in pyjamas says record ‘didn’t really surprise’ family

David Jones finished the London Marathon in 2 hours, 47 minutes and 15 seconds.

The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2022

Woman completes third London Marathon - despite having pins in her back to straighten a curved spine

After undergoing life-changing surgery when she was just 13, Claire took up running to prove people wrong

Wales Online · Oct 3, 2022

Michelle Keegan cheers on husband Mark Wright as he runs London Marathon

Our Girl actress Michelle Keegan supported her husband Mark Wright as he took part in the London Marathon today, with the pair sharing videos of each other on their Instagram profiles, and Mark updating his followers as he ran the course`

Daily Mirror · Oct 2, 2022

Strictly’s Tyler West completes London Marathon

The radio DJ is currently taking part in the celebrity dance competition with Strictly professional Dianne Buswell.

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2022

Ukrainian refugees among 40,000 to run ‘special’ London Marathon

Kostiantyn Bidnenko and Viktoriya Kiose’s emotional challenge was one of thousands of extraordinary stories

The Guardian - UK · Oct 2, 2022

London Marathon 2022: Yalemzerf Yehualaw recovers from fall to win women’s race as Amos Kipruto is fastest man

Ethiopia's Yalemzerf Yehualaw recovered from a fall to win the women's race at the London Marathon.

Evening Standard · Oct 2, 2022

Fun, fast times and emotional challenges as thousands take on London Marathon

It is expected to be the final time that the event takes place in October, with the race due to return to its regular spring slot in 2023.

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2022

Gorillas, fruit and Buzz Lightyear: London Marathon’s fancy dress raises smiles

One group of six ran dressed as a crate of fruit and vegetables while another participant attached an outdoor washing line to his body.

The Independent UK · Oct 2, 2022

London Marathon 2022: Thousands of runners take part in colourful event

It is expected the event will return to its regular spring spot next year

Evening Standard · Oct 2, 2022