#1
#1 out of 1
sports1d ago
Maratón de Londres: entre el deporte y la fiesta popular
- 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.
Vote 0