The London Marathon on April 27 is set to break participation records with over 56,000 runners expected, surpassing the current record of 55,646. CEO Hugh Brasher aims to mark the 45th edition as the largest marathon ever, showcasing elite athletes like Eliud Kipchoge and Ruth Chepngetich.
The London Marathon, scheduled for April 27, is poised to set a world record for participation with over 56,000 runners expected. This surpasses the current record of 55,646 finishers from the New York City Marathon in November 2022. Organizers noted they received a staggering 840,318 applications for the race, with nearly half from women participants.
Hugh Brasher, the CEO of the London Marathon, highlighted the significance of this 45th edition, expressing hopes to mark it as the biggest marathon globally. Among the notable competitors are Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge, returning for the first time since 2020, and women’s world record holder Ruth Chepngetich, along with Olympic champion Sifan Hassan. These elite athletes are set to showcase their talents in this record-breaking event.
The upcoming London Marathon aims to break the world record for the most participants, with over 56,000 expected. This event signifies a historic milestone for the race, with elite athletes like Eliud Kipchoge and Ruth Chepngetich participating. Organizer Hugh Brasher expresses the ambition to make this edition the largest marathon globally, reflecting significant interest as seen in record applications received.
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