BBC Sport to celebrate 45 editions of the London Marathon with an extended partnership to 2030

BBC Sport and London Marathon Events have agreed a new contract extending their long-standing partnership to 2030, a deal that will include live coverage of the 50th London Marathon.

The London Marathon remains one of the most iconic events in the UK sporting calendar, featuring world class and recording breaking races and tens of thousands of participants whose stories inspire the nation as they raise millions of pounds for charity.

This partnership, spanning over five decades, is one of the longest-standing broadcast agreements in British sport. Over the years, the London Marathon has seen more than 1.3 million finishers and a staggering total of more than £1.3 billion raised for charity.

BBC Sport’s coverage continues to be available across all BBC platforms including live network TV, iPlayer, BBC Sounds, 5 Live and BBC Sport website/social platforms.

Alex Kay-Jelski, Director of BBC Sport says, “Extending our deal with London Marathon Events strengthens one of BBC Sport’s most loved partnerships. It’s a cornerstone of our world-class athletics coverage and the incredible, emotional stories of people running to change lives is one of the highlights of the year.”

Hugh Brasher, CEO of London Marathon Events, said: “Our wonderful partnership with BBC Sport dates back to the very first edition of the London Marathon in 1981 and we are delighted to extend our partnership to the 50th edition in 2030. Our work together has been extraordinary, showcasing fantastic races, inspiring millions to get active and profiling the amazing reasons that compel people to run, take on this challenge and in turn raised more than £1.3 billion for charity.”

This year’s London Marathon kicks off on Sunday 27 April, with coverage on BBC One and iPlayer from 8.30am. Radio 5 Live will preview the event on Thursday from 7.30pm and catch BBC Radio London’s extensive coverage throughout the weekend.

BBC Sport will also show coverage of other London Marathon Events including The Big Half, the Vitality London 10,000 and the Vitality Westminster Mile, on digital platforms.

• Read more: How to watch and follow the London Marathon 2025 on the BBC

CF