This Sunday, BBC One brings you live coverage of the 45th London Marathon, a spectacle of human endurance, ambition, and fundraising. With Gabby Logan at the helm, viewers can expect front-row access to the drama as it plays out, from the elite runners vying for victory to the everyday heroes tackling the 26.2-mile course for a cause.
This year’s marathon boasts a field of contenders so stacked, it’s being hailed as the best ever assembled. All four reigning Olympic and Paralympic champions will be toeing the line, alongside women’s world record holder Ruth Chepng’etich. Plus, look out for exciting debuts from Eilish McColgan and double Olympic triathlon gold medalist Alex Yee – an extra frisson of anticipation to the race.
And let’s not forget the return of marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge, a four-time London Marathon winner. Kipchoge’s presence alone guarantees an unmissable race, but with such a strong field challenging him, anything could happen. Logan will be joined by a host of special guests throughout the day, offering insight and analysis.
Providing expert commentary are Andrew Cotter, Steve Cram, Paula Radcliffe, and Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, while Abby Cook, JJ Chalmers, Jeanette Kwakye, and Sarah Mulkerrins will be reporting from various points along the route, capturing the energy and emotion of this iconic event. Don’t miss a moment of the action; tune in to BBC One this Sunday, April 27th at 8:30 AM GMT.
