London Marathon runner died after collapsing during race, organisers confirm

Thousand of runners took part in the London Marathon (James Manning/PA)
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A participant in the London marathon died after collapsing during the event, the race organisers have confirmed.

In a statement the organisers said: “With deep sadness, we confirm the death of a participant in the 2022 TCS London Marathon.

“A 36-year-old man from South East England collapsed between mile 23 and mile 24 and, although he received immediate medical treatment and an ambulance was on the scene within three minutes, he died later in hospital.

“Everyone involved in the organisation of the London Marathon would like to express sincere condolences to his family and friends.

“The family has requested privacy and no further details will be released in accordance with their wishes.

“The cause of death will be established later through medical examination.”

More than 40,000 runners took part in the race from Greenwich to The Mall on Sunday.

It was the third time the event is being held in October. The race moved from its traditional spring spot due to the coronavirus pandemic, but will return in April next year.

A total of 18 Guinness World Record titles were broken by those taking part in the London Marathon on Sunday.

Among the other record-breakers was Sarah Dudgeon, who broke the world record for the fastest marathon dressed as a witch (female) in three hours, 11 minutes and 52 seconds.

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