Record 1.3 million runners apply for 2027 London Marathon
The 2027 London Marathon has received an unprecedented number of applications through its public ballot, setting a new participation record.
Organisers revealed that 1,338,544 people applied for the race scheduled for 25 April, surpassing the previous record of 1,133,813 entries set last year.
Meanwhile, the 2026 edition of the marathon recorded 59,830 finishers, making it the largest annual one-day fundraising event globally.
“This astonishing total of applicants firmly establishes London as the world’s most sought-after marathon,” said Hugh Brasher, chief executive of London Marathon Events.
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“Nothing else comes close. Our mission is to inspire people of every age and ability to get active – and these extraordinary numbers show the massive draw and power of the London Marathon.”
The ballot results will be released early in July, with places allocated through a random draw.
Meanwhile, the possibility of holding the 2027 London Marathon across two days – Saturday and Sunday – is still being explored.
