Guernsey Mind said the opportunity to have a place in the London marathon, taking place on 26 April 2026, ensured all funds raised by the designated runner would directly benefit the organisation. Jo Cottel, chief executive of Guernsey Mind, said the charity decided to enter the charity ballot with the hope that it might get a place.

Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa shattered the women's-only world record in winning the 45th London Marathon on Sunday, while Kenyan Sebastian Sawe made a brilliant tactical decision to demolish a stacked men's field en route to victory.

Tigst Assefa of Ethiopia secured her first London Marathon title, finishing in 2:15:50 for the fastest-ever time in a women's-only marathon. Kenya's Sabastian Sawe won the men's race in his London debut.