Episode

AN OFFICIAL SUB-2 HOUR MARATHON

Podcast
Runner's World Podcast
Published
Apr 28, 2026
Duration seconds
2029
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Summary

A moment in history happened at the 2026 London Marathon as Sabastian Sawe became the first person to run a sub-2 hour marathon. Rick and Ben chat about this incredible run, the history behind this moment and what it means for the future of distance running, especially now that Yomif Kejelcha has also broken the two hour mark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices