New Team Marathon Event Launches in East London — image accompanying Marathon Handbook's report. Image accompanying Marathon Handbook’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Team Marathon, launching in East London on May 22, 2027, allows four runners to share a marathon by running simultaneously. Each runner covers 6.55 miles, with times combined for a team result.
Unlike traditional relays, Team Marathon has no baton or waiting. Runners start together, run at their own pace, and finish times are added up. A pre-sale starts at £26.20 per person. Read more racing coverage.
Organized by Benchmark, the event aims to cater to formal and informal running groups. It also targets younger runners who prefer to participate in company. Benchmark plans to expand to three U.K. cities in 2027. Related: Asian Games Athletics Schedule Released.
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What should runners know about New Team Marathon Event Launches in East London?
Team Marathon debuts in East London on May 22, 2027, with a unique team relay format. Team Marathon, launching in East London on May 22, 2027, allows four runners to share a marathon by running simultaneously. Each runner covers 6.55 miles, with times combined for a team result.
When did Runner World publish this racing brief?
Runner World published this brief on August 25, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated August 25, 2026.
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This summary is based on reporting from Marathon Handbook. The attributed source link in the article leads to the publisher’s complete report.
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