Annual marathon in London (02/10)

The annual London Marathon — event, held since 1981, — is more than a sporting event. This is one of the longest street parties in the world.

The marathon was originally held in April, but in 2020, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the London Marathon was postponed to October, and some events were cancelled. Since then, the marathon has been held in October, but in 2023 it is again held in the spring.

The thunder of drums, street performances, gatherings in pubs and the screams of a cheerful crowd — all accompany the athletes' street passage of a marathon distance of 26.2 miles (42.195 km).

Many famous athletes participate in the marathon. For famous athletes, participating in a marathon means not only enjoying the sport, but also having the opportunity to contribute to the development of social programs and charity.

For example, participants pay a fee, and the total proceeds from organizing the event are £15.7 million. Every year the number of participants in the marathon reaches 43 thousand.

Not only sports celebrities are involved in a kind of charity — tribute to social programs —. All London organizations, including the smallest bars and even schools, are preparing their street performance especially for the holiday.

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