London Marathon 2024

2024 - 4 - 22

London Marathon 2024: Celebs, Records, and Unexpected Twists

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Celebrities, records, and surprising moments at the London Marathon 2024! Find out who broke new grounds and whose wheels came off during the race. ๐Ÿƒ๐ŸŽ‰

The 2024 London Marathon was a star-studded event with celebrities joining the runners to conquer the challenging 26.2-mile course through the streets of the bustling capital. Among them, Adele Roberts made headlines by not only participating but also breaking records along the way. The race, held on Sunday, April 21, marked the 44th annual event in London, adding to its rich history of iconic moments.

On the other side, the seasoned runner Shane Williams faced unexpected challenges during his fifth London Marathon. Despite his experience, Williams encountered a moment where, as he put it, the "wheels came off," adding a touch of unexpected drama to his journey. Simultaneously, Peres Jepchirchir made her mark by shattering the women's-only world record, showcasing the incredible athleticism seen at the prestigious event.

The mix of excitement and surprises at the London Marathon 2024 captured the attention of both running enthusiasts and casual observers. The combination of famous faces and extraordinary athletic feats added an intriguing layer to an already electrifying race. As participants crossed the finish line, the marathon left a lasting impression on both spectators and competitors alike.

In a remarkable turn of events, Adele Roberts emerged as a record-breaker, solidifying her position as a force to be reckoned with in both the celebrity and running worlds. Shane Williams' rollercoaster journey in the marathon highlighted the unpredictable nature of the sport, proving that even seasoned athletes can face unexpected challenges.

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London Marathon 2024: Fastest celebs and record breaking Radio 1 ... (Aberdeen Live)

The 2024 London Marathon saw a number of celebrities take to the streets of the capital to complete the 26.2 mile course, with Adele Roberts breaking a ...

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Shane Williams does fifth London Marathon but "wheels come off" (WalesOnline)

The historic race took place on Sunday, April 21 and saw the 44th event take place in England's capital city. Peres Jepchirchir broke the women's-only world ...

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How not to train for (and run) a marathon (Telegraph.co.uk)

'After 26.2 long miles, I was barely able to walk โ€“ this was not the London Marathon I'd envisaged'. With hopes to smash his personal best, our writer instead ...

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Laois native Professor Noel Fitzpatrick runs London Marathon (Leinster Express)

Ballyfin born Supervet raises over โ‚ฌ31000 for his Humanimal charity.

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Running the London marathon with my 80-year-old dad (BBC News)

BBC South Today presenter Anjana Gadgil ran the London Marathon with her 80-year-old father.

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London Marathon 2024: How fast did celebrities run? (Time Out London)

Which celebrity completed the London Marathon the fastest? Christopher Eccleston, Joel Dommett and Ruth Wilson all took part.

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London Marathon's 53000 participants set new record (The Independent)

More than 53,000 runners completed the 44th London Marathon on Sunday, a record for the event, race organisers said on Monday. The number is a significant ...

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London Marathon 2024 runners from Powys complete famous race (Powys County Times)

After months of training, dozens of Powys residents took to the streets of the capital and joined a record number of people in the world-famous London ...

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London Marathon 2025 ballot: How to apply and when the race is (iNews)

To win your place in next year's 26.2-mile course, hopefuls must act fast as the window for entry will soon close. A historic number of runners took to London's ...

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How to enter the 2025 London Marathon ballot - You've not got long ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

While it has been hours since the last runner crossed the line, millions of hopefuls will have already entered ballots for the 2025 edition of the run.

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London Marathon sets event record with more than 53000 finishing (The Straits Times)

More than 53000 runners completed the 44th London Marathon on Sunday, a record for the event, race organisers said on Monday. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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London Marathon alternatives: 10 others you can still enter in 2024 (Evening Standard)

One day after the London Marathon 2024, the ballot has already opened for places for next year โ€“ but there are plenty of UK options if you cannot wait until ...

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