Eliud Kipchoge finished ninth at the Sydney Marathon, showing he's still competitive after smashing the marathon world record and winning Olympic gold.
Organizers are exploring the possibility of extending the London Marathon to two days in 2027, allowing elite races on separate days and increasing charity participation. No approval has been granted yet, but the plan aims to accommodate rising demand and enhance the event's benefits.
On April 26, 2026, Kenyan Sabastian Sawe has become the first man to run an officially sanctioned marathon under two hours, winning the London Marathon in 1:59:30. Ethiopia's Yomif Kejelcha has finished second in 1:59:41 and Uganda's Jacob Kiplimo has taken third in 2:00:28. Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa has defended her title and lowered the women's-only world record to 2:15:41.
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe has become the first man to run a marathon under two hours in an official race, finishing London Marathon in 1:59:30 and beating the previous mark by 65 seconds. Yomif Kejelcha has also gone under two hours, with Ethiopian runners close behind. The milestone has sparked reactions from leaders and experts around the world.