The London Marathon aims to break the world record with over 56,000 runners expected on April 27, surpassing the New York City Marathon’s record. Organizer’s report 840,318 applications, with significant female participation. Elite runners, including Eliud Kipchoge, will be present, marking a significant milestone for the event.
The London Marathon is poised to set a new world record with an anticipated participation of over 56,000 runners for the race scheduled on April 27. If successful, this event will surpass the current record of 55,646 finishers, established by the New York City Marathon in November.
Organizers have noted an unprecedented interest in this year’s race, with 840,318 applications submitted for the ballot. Notably, nearly half of these applications have come from women. London Marathon CEO Hugh Brasher expressed the significance of this milestone, stating, “The 45th edition is a landmark year for us, and it would be wonderful to mark that by becoming the biggest marathon ever staged anywhere in the world.”
Among the elite runners participating are Kenyan Eliud Kipchoge, who is returning for his first race since 2020, as well as women’s world record holder Ruth Chepngetich and Olympic champion Sifan Hassan, both confirmed for the event. This promising lineup adds to the excitement surrounding the marathon.
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In summary, the upcoming London Marathon is set to potentially break the world record for the largest number of participants, underscoring the event’s tremendous popularity. The enthusiastic participation, especially among women, along with the presence of elite runners like Eliud Kipchoge and Ruth Chepngetich, signifies the event’s importance in the athletic community. This year marks a noteworthy milestone for the London Marathon, further solidified by an array of related programming on NTV Kenya.
Original Source: ntvkenya.co.ke
