The London Marathon will draw in thousands of runners from across the nation and the world in 2019.
Over 40,000 runners braved the searing heat on the streets of the UK capital.
The race was officially recorded as the hottest London Marathon on record with a peak temperature over 24°C.
Whatever the weather, elite runners, enthusiasts and fancy-dress rhinos alike will take to the roads for the gruelling 26-mile journey.
RadioTimes.com has rounded up everything you need to know about the 2019 London Marathon including date, start times and how to watch the action unfold.
This page will be updated with more information closer to the event date, including this year’s celebrity runners.
When is the London Marathon 2019?
The London Marathon 2019 takes place on Sunday 28th April. Key times include:
Elite Wheelchair Races: 8:55am
Elite Women’s Race: 9:15am
Elite Men’s Race: 10:00am
British Athletics & England Athletics Marathon Championships: 10:00am
Main Race: 10:00am
How can I watch and stream the London Marathon 2019 in the UK?
The event will air in the UK on BBC1 and BBC2, with coverage kicking off in the morning prior to the first start time (8:55am).
Further details will be confirmed closer to the event.
It will also stream live on the BBC Sport website and BBC iPlayer.
How can I watch and stream the London Marathon 2019 in the US?
In 2018, live coverage of the event was aired and streamed on NBC Sports. It is likely this will happen again in 2019.
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What’s the route?
Beginning in Greenwich Park, the marathon takes its competitors on a tour around the capital, passing over the Thames at Tower Bridge before crossing the finish line on The Mall in front of Buckingham Palace.
How can I enter the London Marathon as a runner?
Unfortunately, the entry ballot for the 2019 event has now closed. However, for further details of how to apply to enter future events, visit the official London Marathon website.
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