Event Brief
Sub-2-hour marathon barrier falls in London
Filed: Apr 27, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
Summary: Two runners broke the two-hour marathon barrier in London, marking a new era for men’s marathon performance.
WHO: Two runners
WHAT: Broke the two-hour marathon barrier
WHEN: Apr 27, 2026 at 10:13 AM ET
WHERE: London, United Kingdom
WHY: Part of a race performance milestone.
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