London Marathon sees record-breaking 1.3 million applications for 2027 event
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London Marathon sees record-breaking 1.3 million applications for 2027 event

5 May 2026 · Originally published 5 May 2026 9/10 Original headline: London Marathon: Record of 1.33 million people apply for 2027 event
A staggering 1.33 million people have applied to take part in the 2027 London Marathon, setting a new global record for interest in a single-day sporting event. For the first time ever, over a million of those applications came from within the UK, highlighting the nation's incredible passion for getting active and supporting charitable causes.
Source: BBC News UK Greater London
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