The London Marathon is set to take place tomorrow with a record number of participants, including the renowned endurance athlete Russ Cook, who recently ran the length of Africa. More than 50,000 elite and charitable runners are expected to hit the streets of the capital on what promises to be a dry and bright Sunday with cool temperatures.
This year’s race will be historic as it marks the first time that wheelchair and non-disabled athletes will receive the same prize money for a marathon. The elite winners of the race will each take home £44,000, with the runner-up earning £24,000 and third place receiving £18,000.
Among the participants will be celebrities like EastEnders cast members Emma Barton and Jamie Borthwick, who will be running in memory of a character who passed away from a brain tumor in 2023.
The London Marathon has also seen a surge in popularity, with a world record 578,000 people entering the ballot for this year’s event, making it the most popular marathon in the world. The event is expected to raise millions of pounds for charity, continuing its tradition of giving back to the community.
Stay tuned for more updates and coverage of the London Marathon as the excitement builds for this iconic event.