What time does the London Marathon ballot open?

The ballot for the 2022 race is now closed. It opened on Saturday 2nd October – the day before the 2021 race – and closed at 9pm on Friday 9th October.

How does ballot entry for London Marathon work?

To enter the race, marathon hopefuls submit an online ballot and a registration fee, which is only charged if they win a spot at the start. Once organizers receive 125,000 applications, they cut off registration. The ballot often closes in 24 hours or less, and winners are chosen randomly.

What time does the London Marathon start and finish?

As with last year’s event, the London Marathon is holding a virtual race in 2021 where participants are encouraged to plot their own 26.2 mile route. Runners must complete their route between 12am and 11.59pm on Sunday 3 October and track the run through the official London Marathon app.

How do I know if I entered the London Marathon ballot?

How will I know that my ballot application has been received? You will receive a confirmation email when you enter the 2022 TCS London Marathon Ballot. If you opt to donate your entry fee, you will also receive a receipt. Please check your junk folder if these don’t arrive in your inbox.

What are the odds of getting a London Marathon ballot place?

Each year approximately 17,500 places are available through the ballot, which implies the probability of obtaining a place has continued to dip since 2016’s race, from 6.9% to 4.2%. Unsuccessful applications outnumber successful ones by nearly 24:1.

What is the time limit for London Marathon?

The cut-off time for the London Marathon is 7 hours. You can continue running after this time, but you will have to run on the pavement, as roads will reopen, and you will not receive a finisher’s medal.

What time should I watch the London Marathon?

London Marathon 2021: How to watch and live stream Coverage will begin on BBC Two from 8am until 10am when it will switch to BBC One until 2.30pm. After that time you can watch the marathon via the Red Button or BBC iPlayer with highlights being shown on BBC Two from 6pm to 7pm that evening.

What are the chances of getting a ballot place in the London Marathon?

Around 40,000 runners take part in the London Marathon every year, and almost half of those involved get their spot through the race’s ballot. That’s a lot of people, which might make you think that your chances are pretty good of getting a place in the race if you enter the ballot.

Is London Marathon flat?

The London Marathon course is relatively flat and fast. It starts in Blackheath, heads east through Charlton and Woolwich for three miles, then turns west to pass through Greenwich and Deptford, looping around the Cutty Sark between six and seven miles.

Is the London Marathon ballot random?

The London Marathon ballot Most people apply to get in through the ballot. Every year a new record number apply, with 457,861 entering the ballot for the 2020 London Marathon. The ballot is completely random, and around 17,000 people get in, so give it a go and don’t just assume you won’t be chosen.