London Marathon 2024: How to Watch and Track the Action Live

The 45th London Marathon storms into the capital this weekend! Thousands of runners will battle the iconic 26.2-mile course, cheered on by packed crowds. Can’t make it to the streets? No worries – you can catch every heart-pounding moment from your sofa.

Catch All the Action Live on BBC

The BBC is your go-to for live coverage on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Tune in from 10am to 2pm on Sunday, 27 April to follow the race as it unfolds.

Presenting the show is the ever-charismatic Gabby Logan, backed by top commentators Andrew Cotter, Steve Cram, marathon legend Paula Radcliffe, and wheelchair racing icon Tanni Grey-Thompson. Reporters Abby Cook, JJ Chalmers, Jeanette Kwakye, and Sarah Mulkerrins will bring you live updates from every twist and turn.

Expect thrilling coverage of the men’s and women’s elite races, following last year’s domination by Kenyan stars Alexander Mutiso and Peres Jepchirchir. Wheelchair racers to watch include Swiss powerhouses Marcel Hug and Catherine Debrunner.

Track Your Favourite Runners with the Official App

Want to cheer on friends, family or celeb runners? Download the official 1 Tracker app for iPhone or Android. Simply enter their name or bib number in the ‘Tracking’ section, and get real-time updates as they pound the streets.

  • Live runner locations
  • Detailed results and leaderboards
  • Expert race advice

Heads up: If you still have the 2024 version of the 1 Marathon app, delete it now. You’ll need the brand new 2025 edition to access all the latest features.

Grab the app straight from the London Marathon official website and stay glued to every exciting mile.

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