St. James’s Park hosts 2020 London Marathon
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The 40th London Marathon for elite runners only will take place within
a “secure biosphere” around St James’s Park, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The race features a star-studded line-up, with Sir Mo Farah acting as pacemaker for athletes chasing Olympic qualification
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LEADING MEN

Eliud Kipchoge KEN
Men’s marathon World record holder – four-time champion
Best: 2:01:39


Kenenisa Bekele ETH
2019 Berlin winner aiming for first victory in London
Best: 2:01:41
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LEADING WOMEN

Brigid Kosgei KEN
2019 champion. Set women’s marathon World record in Chicago
Best: 2:14:04

Ruth Chepngetich KEN
Reigning World Champion makes debut in London
Best: 2:17:08
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Race: Sunday, October 4
Route: 19.6 laps of 2.15km circuit

START
ST. JAMES’S PARK
THE MALL
Horse Guards Parade
Downing Street
Buckingham Palace
FINISH: Traditional race finish on The Mall

Clarence House
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