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Organizers expect more than 59,000 runners to start from Greenwich, a new record for participation.
The race blends sport with a strong social and fundraising mission, described as the largest single-day fundraiser worldwide.
Elite competitors include past champions and Olympic contenders from Kenya and Ethiopia vying for podium spots.
In the women’s race, Tigst Assefa faces challenges from Jepkosgei and Obiri after the absence of Hassan and Jepchirchir.
Assefa believes she can break the world record, citing strong preparation and current form.
World record holder Kelvin Kiptum’s time remains a target in the men’s race, with Sawe as a key rival.
Organizers plan a potential two-day format for 2027 to increase participation beyond current records.
Event remains a major global stage for elite marathoners and a social fundraising platform.
The men’s field includes Olympic and world-class contenders aiming for top honors in London.
The race drew huge public interest with thousands attempting to secure one of the nearly 60,000 bibs.

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Sebastian Sawe becomes the first athlete to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race, finishing 1:59:30.
Yomif Kejelcha also breaks the two-hour barrier, finishing second in 1:59:41.
BBC commentator Steve Cram called the feat unbelievable and described it as history in the making.
Sawe credited crowd support and smart pacing for his record-setting performance.
The London Marathon featured Tigst Assefa setting a women’s world record in a women-only field with 2:15:41.
Sawe’s split times show consistent pace with strong second half, aiding the record run.
Sawe’s success follows Kyivin Kiptum’s prior record pace and Kipchoge’s non-record attempt in 2019.
Tigst Assefa’s win marks a women's world record in a women-only field at London Marathon.
London Marathon officials noted the event’s record-setting atmosphere and pacing strategy.
The article notes Sawe’s injury recovery and January-February return to fitness as context for his performance.

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