The Original Marathon VIII retraced the historic route of London's inaugural marathon, beginning at Windsor Castle and concluding at White City Stadium on International Women's Day. The event commemorated the marathon's establishment during the 1908 Olympic Games, emphasizing a shift towards inclusivity with doubled participation spaces for women, acknowledging past exclusions. Notably revitalized by participants like Richard Whitehead, the race highlights the significance of its origins, where the 1908 distance was officially standardized at 26.2 miles following a dramatic disqualification of Italian runner Dorando Pietri, who became emblematic of the event's historical narrative.
"The Original Marathon is extra special, with its historical meaning and being able to honour the 1908 Olympic Games in London."
"On International Women's Day, the number of places has been doubled to represent the women who should have been allowed to take part back in 1908."
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