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Organisers hope to beat last year’s 56,640-finisher record as elite wheelchair, women’s and men’s races begin and 59,000 runners take part.
- On Sunday, April 26, 2026, 59,000 runners began the TCS London Marathon, with organizers hopeful this will be the biggest event ever. The 26.2-mile course stretches across London, finishing at The Mall.
- Elite races commenced at Greenwich Park with defending champions Tigst Assefa and Sabastian Sawe. Both aim to challenge course and world records, building on their victories from last year.
- Celebrities including actress Cynthia Erivo and fitness coach Joe Wicks, running with "Daddy Pig," joined thousands on the course. Runners pass iconic landmarks including Tower Bridge and Big Ben before the finish line.
- Mild temperatures reaching 19 degrees greet participants today, though organizers warn of 90-minute queues at Cutty Sark DLR station. Spectators can follow progress via the official TCS London Marathon App.
- As part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, the event raises funds for numerous charities, including the National Deaf Children's Society. Thousands of supporters lined the route to cheer on runners throughout the day.
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London Marathon 2026: 59,000 Runners Participated in the Race | Check Route, Time, Results & More
London Marathon 2026: The third World Marathon of 2026 takes place in London on Sunday, April 26, 2026. The race has recorded a huge number of runners, 59,000 participants for the iconic 42.2-kilometer race. Let’s check out more details of the race, including the result and time. TCS London Marathon 2026 The 46th London Marathon marks the third World Marathon Major of the year on Sunday. It was a historic event featuring multiple world-record pe…
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