"The 2026 TCS London Marathon is being held this weekend, bringing tens of thousands of runners to the capital for one of the world's biggest mass-participation sporting events."
"Extensive road closures will be in place across large parts of London from early morning through to the evening, with residents and spectators urged to plan journeys in advance."
"The course largely follows the template set by the first London Marathon in 1981, beginning in Greenwich Park and finishing on The Mall."
"Runners pass a string of recognisable landmarks along the way, including the Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf and the Elizabeth Tower."
The 2026 TCS London Marathon will take place this weekend, featuring a 26.2-mile course starting in Blackheath and Greenwich. The event includes elite professionals, club runners, charity fundraisers, and celebrities. Road closures will affect large parts of London, urging residents to plan ahead. The race begins at 09:30 BST with staggered starts. The course follows the original 1981 route, passing landmarks like the Cutty Sark and Tower Bridge, with the finish line at The Mall near Buckingham Palace.
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