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I was diagnosed with cancer after the London Marathon – now I’m running it with my daughter

Pritpal Kaur first attempt to run the marathon in 2023 led to ‘bad back pain’ and fatigue which she attributed to the gruelling experience

The Independent UK

Apple just partnered with the London Marathon — here’s what it might signal for the Apple Watch

Apple just partnered with the 2026 London Marathon, which is taking place this year on April 26.

Tom’s Guide

Apple just partnered with the London Marathon and it could signal big plans for the Apple Watch

The tech giant has become an official partner of the world-famous race, hinting at deeper ambitions in the running space

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Joel Dommett turned up to film Celebrity Sabotage day after waking in ambulance during London Marathon

The comedian fainted at mile 17 of the London Marathon but still arrived on set the next day to film the hidden-camera show, where one disguise saw him pose as an armchair

Evening Standard

Daddy Pig to run the London Marathon for a deaf children’s charity

Wearing a specially designed running costume, Daddy Pig’s progress during the run on April 26 will be trackable.

Evening Standard

Rory McIlroy becomes emotional paying tribute to fathers of Southport attack victims

Sergio Aguiar and David Stancombe received the Helen Rollason Award at Sports Personality of the Year after completing the London Marathon in April

The Independent UK

I’ve tested 17 carbon plate running shoes this year — this is my favorite racer

If you’re looking for the fastest racing shoe on the market, then right now the Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3 is the one I’d recommend, and I’ve tried almost every carbon plate super-shoe going.

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What quintessentially British images should go on the new banknotes? Our panel has some ideas

The Bank of England is redesigning money with new themes. So how about Lincoln Cathedral, the London Marathon … or wheelie bins, suggest Athena Kugblenu, David Reynolds, Coco Khan, Connor Myers and Henry Bonsu

The Guardian - UK

The London Marathon 2026 ballot results are out: How to check if you got a place

If you entered the London Marathon 2026 ballot, check your emails for the moment of truth.

Evening Standard

How the London Marathon 2025 made the capital fall in love with running (again)

More people than ever applied to take on the mammoth feat of the London Marathon this year. Robbie Smith looks at what’s behind our collective obsession

Evening Standard

Katie Price Shows Off Fresh New Look as She Sends Good Luck Message to London Marathon Runners

Katie Price was looking fresh-faced and glam as she sent a good luck message to those taking part in the London Marathon.

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This Surprising Royal Is the Only Family Member to Have Finished the London Marathon—And They Broke a World Record

The unusual record was set during the 2010 race.

Marie Claire

All of the best photos from the London Marathon 2025 as records set

The best pictures from a record run around the capital

Evening Standard

Moment Southport victim’s father crosses London Marathon finish line in daughter’s name

The father of a girl killed in the Southport attack was among the thousands of runners at the London Marathon on Sunday, 27 April.

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I'm running the London Marathon — here are the shoes, watches and fueling products I’m using

I’m hoping to run a PR at the London Marathon — here’s the running gear and nutrition strategy I’ll be using on the day.

The National (Scotland)

Red paint thrown over Tower Bridge in London Marathon Gaza protest

DEMONSTRATORS calling for a trade embargo on Israel have thrown red powder paint over Tower Bridge during the London Marathon ...

The Independent UK

Protesters disrupt London Marathon with powder demonstration on Tower Bridge

This is the moment protesters disrupted the London Marathon by throwing red powder on Tower Bridge.

The National (Scotland)

Susan Egelstaff:Can Eilish McColgan become GB's greatest-ever female marathon runner?

Today, at the London Marathon, Eilish McColgan will make her marathon debut. She's already one of Scotland's most successful-ever athletes but can…

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‘The costume develops its own microclimate’: what it’s like to run a marathon in a novelty outfit

From stocky rhinos to mighty oak trees, dragging these costumes over 26 miles can be a punishing experience

Evening Standard

From a slinky dog to a firefighter – the 87 London Marathon record attempts

The London Marathon is taking place on April 27.

The National (Scotland)

Sammi Kinghorn on why the London Marathon is the change she needs in 2025

Sammi Kinghorn knows how tough racing a marathon is. But, seven years after her last one and despite pledging she'd never do a marathon again, the…

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Kelly Brook spills blood amid marathon preparations

Kelly Brook has revealed how she's been preparing for the London Marathon.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s a step towards hope’: a refugee’s journey from wartorn Eritrea to the London Marathon

Hagos Kidana Abrha’s ability to run helped him to escape conflict in Africa, before a perilous trip to the UK

Evening Standard

London Marathon ballot 2026: How to apply and what are the criteria?

The ballot for next year’s race is now open but good luck getting a place

The Independent UK

London Marathon ballot: How can I enter next year’s race?

Everything you need to know about entering the ballot for next year’s race

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