London Marathon Betting Odds and Event Info

Date: 2027.04.24 - 2027.04.25
Contest: Marathon
Location: London, England


The London Marathon is a highlight in the world of long-distance running, known worldwide for its importance and history. The race starts in Blackheath and Greenwich Park and takes runners past many famous London sights. They'll see the Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge, the Tower of London, the London Eye, the Houses of Parliament, and Big Ben.


The 42.195 km route finishes on The Mall, after passing Buckingham Palace.

The London Marathon always attracts some of the best runners from around the world. The event uses pace setters to help top athletes aim for faster times.


2026 Winners

Sabastian Sawe was the fastest among men with the time of 1:59:30. The Kenyan retained his title and became the first man to break two hours in an official, record-eligible marathon.

Tigst Assefa was the fastest woman with the time of 2:15:41, setting a new women-only world record. The Ethiopian also successfully defended her title.

Men's Results

- 1st: Sabastian Sawe, Kenya - 1:59:30.
- 2nd: Yomif Kejelcha, Ethiopia - 1:59:41.
- 3rd: Jacob Kiplimo, Uganda - 2:00:28.

Women's Results

- 1st: Tigst Assefa, Ethiopia - 2:15:41.
- 2nd: Hellen Obiri, Kenya - 2:15:53.
- 3rd: Joyciline Jepkosgei, Kenya - 2:15:55.

Switzerland's Marcel Hug won the men's wheelchair race in 1:24:13, while his compatriot Catherine Debrunner won the women's wheelchair race in 1:38:29. All four champions retained the titles they had won in 2025.


About London Marathon

Since its first race in spring 1981, the marathon has been a key event for the city every year. Chris Brasher, a former Olympic champion and journalist, and John Disley, an athlete, started the marathon, creating a lasting tradition for London.

The London Marathon also focuses on charity. Over the years, many runners have supported different causes, raising money as they run. More than 1.4 billion GBP has been raised since the first race, and the 2026 participants had raised more than 90 million GBP by June 2026.

But it's not just about running and charity. The London Marathon is also a fun event. Many runners wear costumes, and the support from the crowds is amazing. The streets of London are full of cheering people, making it a big celebration for the whole city.


Records

Men's Record - Sabastian Sawe

Sabastian Sawe from Kenya holds the men's record with a time of 1:59:30, set in 2026. This is also the men's marathon world record. London's previous course record was Kelvin Kiptum's 2:01:25 from 2023.

Women's Records - Paula Radcliffe and Tigst Assefa

Paula Radcliffe holds the women's record with a time of 2:15:25. She set that mark in 2003 in a race that included male pacemakers.

Tigst Assefa holds the separate women-only course and world record of 2:15:41, set in 2026. Women-only records apply to races without male competitors or male pacemakers. She improved her own 2025 women-only world record of 2:15:50 by nine seconds.

Multiple Winners

One of the greatest marathon runners of all time Eliud Kipchoge has won the London Marathon four times in 2015, 2016, 2018 and 2019.


London Marathon Betting

Where offered, markets may include the men's and women's race winners, podium finishes and head-to-head matchups. Availability varies by bookmaker.

Recent form, previous marathon performances, the strength of the field, pacing plans and weather conditions can all influence the race.


The 2027 London Marathon

The 2027 TCS London Marathon will take place on Saturday, April 24, and Sunday, April 25. For 2027 only, the event will use a two-day format, with organizers planning to welcome 100,000 participants across the weekend.

The same route will be used on both days, and each participant can run the in-person marathon on only one of them.

The elite men's and women's races will take place on separate days. Their allocation to Saturday or Sunday has not yet been confirmed.

The public ballot is closed. Other entry routes include charity places and international tour operators, subject to availability.

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