"The ambition is that 2027 would deliver a major boost to capital's wellbeing and the economy and also potentially raise more than 130m for charity."
"The plan will be welcomed by runners who have tried and failed to get into the world's biggest marathon due to its soaring popularity."
"More than 1.1m people entered the public ballot to run in 2026, a figure that has risen from 410,000 just three years ago."
"The TCS London Marathon is the world's most popular marathon, and we are always exploring innovative ways to enhance the experience for participants."
The London Marathon is considering a two-day event in 2027, allowing 100,000 amateur runners to participate. Scheduled for April 24 and 25, the event aims to raise over £130 million for charity. The elite races would occur on separate days, promoting both grassroots and top-level sports. Last year, the marathon raised £87.3 million, making it the largest one-day fundraising event. The proposal seeks to foster community unity amid social divisions and address the high demand for marathon entries, which exceeded 1.1 million in 2026.
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