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🗓️ Everything to Know About the 2025 London Marathon
The 2025 TCS London Marathon is happening this Sunday, April 27, and it's expected to be historic. With more than 56,000 runners set to hit the streets of London, it could break the record for the most finishers ever in a marathon.
The iconic 26.2-mile race starts in Greenwich and finishes on The Mall, near Buckingham Palace. Runners will pass famous landmarks like Tower Bridge, the Cutty Sark, and Big Ben.
🌟 Big Names to Watch on Race Day
The elite lineup this year is one of the best yet, featuring both marathon legends and exciting new faces:
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Eliud Kipchoge: The four-time London champ and double Olympic gold medalist returns.
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Tamirat Tola: Fresh off an Olympic win in 2024.
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Jacob Kiplimo: Half-marathon world record holder, now making his marathon debut.
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Alex Yee: British Olympic triathlete, also running his first marathon.
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Sifan Hassan: Reigning women's champion, back to defend her title.
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Ruth Chepngetich: Known for her marathon world record.
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Tigst Assefa: One of the fastest female marathon runners in history.
📌 Update: Ethiopian running legend Kenenisa Bekele has pulled out due to injury.
🕘 Race Start Times & Where to Watch
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8:50 AM – Wheelchair race starts
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9:05 AM – Elite women begin
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9:35 AM – Elite men & mass start
How to Watch:
You can catch the action live from 8:30 AM on BBC One, with ongoing coverage on BBC Two and BBC iPlayer.
🌤️ Weather on Marathon Day
Expect a great day for running — partly sunny skies with morning temps around 50°F (10°C), warming up to 69°F (20°C) by midday. Perfect weather for spectators and athletes alike.
💖 Runners Running for a Cause
Alongside the pros, thousands will run for charity. One touching story is that of Shane McGuigan, who is running in honor of his late sister Danika, who passed away from bowel cancer.
📲 Stay Updated with the Marathon App
Download the TCS London Marathon App to track runners live, get event alerts, and plan your race-day route.
