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Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe is gunning for the world record at London's marathon this Sunday, armed with new ultra-light supershoes. His coach calls him a "silent assassin" who could make history on the streets of London.
Tigst Assefa just ran the fastest women's marathon in history, shattering her own world record at the London Marathon. The Ethiopian champion finished in 2 hours, 15 minutes, and 40 seconds.
Hellen Obiri, fresh off her New York Marathon victory, is preparing to chase the world record at Sunday's London Marathon. The 36-year-old Olympic medalist has been training strategically in Phoenix to prepare for the fast, flat course.
Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa will defend her London Marathon title against Olympic and world champions in what promises to be one of the fastest women's races in history. Four of the six fastest female marathoners ever will compete on April 26.
Kenyan runner Sabastian Sawe just became the first person to officially break the two-hour marathon barrier, clocking 1:59:30 at the London Marathon. His historic achievement shatters what many thought was impossible in legitimate race conditions.
For the first time in official competition, a runner has completed a marathon in under two hours. Kenya's Sabastian Sawe made history at the London Marathon, proving what the human body can achieve.
The 2026 London Marathon just became the largest marathon in history, with nearly 60,000 runners crossing the finish line. From world records up front to someone running in Crocs, it proved you can be both world-class and wonderfully weird.
For the first time in official competition, two runners shattered the legendary 2-hour marathon barrier at the London Marathon. Kenya's Sabastian Sawe led the way at 1:59:30, beating the previous world record by 65 seconds.
Jacob Kiplimo, who placed second in his 2025 London Marathon debut, returns this weekend as a serious contender after winning Chicago and breaking the half-marathon world record. The 25-year-old Ugandan now has his sights set on victory and the 2028 Olympics marathon.
The London Marathon now offers equal prize money for runners and wheelchair athletes across men's and women's races. Over 50,000 runners will compete this Sunday in one of the world's most prestigious marathons.
Tigst Assefa shattered her own women's marathon world record in London, finishing in 2:15:41 after a thrilling sprint finish. The Ethiopian champion credits hard work and patience, not secrets, for her back-to-back victories.
Kenya's Sabastian Sawe just became the first person to officially run a marathon in under two hours, finishing London's iconic race in 1:59:30. The historic moment shattered the previous world record by 65 seconds and proved what many thought impossible.
Swiss athlete Marcel Hug dominated the London Marathon wheelchair race for the sixth year in a row, cementing his place as one of the sport's greatest champions. His performance showcased the incredible athleticism and determination that defines elite adaptive sports.
The London Marathon could make history in 2027 by hosting 100,000 runners over two days, potentially raising over £130 million for charity. The proposed "Double London Marathon" would break world records while giving more people the chance to participate in the beloved race.
More than one million runners from the UK alone have applied for the 2027 London Marathon, representing 1.8% of the entire adult population. The race received a world record 1.3 million total applications, more than double the entries from just three years ago.
This year's London Marathon will feature 76 runners attempting 73 Guinness World Records in costumes ranging from drag queens to human body parts. Each record attempt carries a personal story of loss, survival, or advocacy paired with charitable fundraising.
Swiss wheelchair racer Catherine Debrunner just claimed her fourth London Marathon victory in five years, cementing her status as the athlete to beat. She crossed the finish line ahead of American legend Tatyana McFadden in a thrilling race through the streets of London.
Dan Byam Shaw will run the London Marathon dressed as one of The Felix Project's bright green food delivery vans, honoring his late brother while attempting a Guinness World Record. The charity, founded after 14-year-old Felix died of meningitis in 2016, has delivered 44 million meals across London.
More than 1.3 million people applied to run in next year's London Marathon, shattering the previous record and showing an unprecedented global hunger for fitness and community. The stunning numbers come just days after runners made history with the first competitive sub-two-hour marathon.
While two runners shattered the two-hour marathon barrier at the 2025 London Marathon, nine other athletes made history in foam clogs, Captain Underpants costumes, and even while knitting. These remarkable achievements prove that pushing limits comes in all shapes, speeds, and outfits.
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