How to watch London Marathon 2025: Channel, live stream, start time and everything we know so far!

Mark your calendars, because one of the biggest events in the running world, the 2025 London Marathon, is happening on Sunday, April 27!

Every year, this race offers runners and fans a stunning tour of London, with the route winding from Greenwich all the way to The Mall. Along the way, you’ll catch incredible views of the city’s greatest hits, like the majestic Tower Bridge, the famous Big Ben, and the massive London Eye. Honestly, even if you’re just watching, it’s like getting a postcard-perfect tour of London.

But here’s what’s got everyone buzzing this year: Eliud Kipchoge, the absolute legend of marathon running, is making his big return! Kipchoge, who already has four London Marathon wins under his belt, is back and more determined than ever. All eyes will be on him to see if he can pull off another magical run and add yet another chapter to his already legendary career. Expect major excitement every time he’s on screen (or flying past you if you’re lucky enough to be there in person)!

And it’s not just the men’s race that’s packed with star power. The women’s race is absolutely stacked, too. We’re talking about Sifan Hassan (Olympic champ and all-around running beast), Ruth Chepngetich (who literally holds the world record), and Tigst Assefa (one of the fastest women on the planet). With all three lining up together, you just know it’s going to be a historic showdown.

Long story short: whether you’re a hardcore runner, a casual fan, or just someone who loves an underdog story, the 2025 London Marathon is going to be one for the books.

How to watch London Marathon 2025

• TV channel: N/A
• Live stream: FloTrack

If you were planning to kick back and catch the 2025 London Marathon on regular TV in North America, there’s a small twist, it won’t be airing on traditional television this year.

But no worries! You can still watch all the action live. Fans in the United States, Canada, and Australia can stream the race through FloTrack or the FloSports app.

So, whether you’re cheering on Eliud Kipchoge, Sifan Hassan, or just love the energy of race day, you can catch every mile, every sprint, and every dramatic moment, right from your couch, phone, or wherever you happen to be.

Just make sure you’ve got a subscription set up ahead of time so you don’t miss a second!

London Marathon 2025 start time

• 3:50 a.m. ET/ 5:50 p.m. AEST— Elite wheelchair men’s and women’s races
• 4:05 a.m. / 6:05 p.m. AEST— Elite women’s race
• 4:35 a.m. / 6:35 p.m. AEST— Elite men’s race followed by mass start

Mark your calendars! The 2025 London Marathon is happening bright and early on Sunday, April 27, local London time.

Elite Wheelchair Races – Start first, setting the tone for the day with incredible speed and determination.

Elite Women’s Race – Some of the fastest women on the planet, like Sifan Hassan and Ruth Chepngetich, will hit the streets next.

Elite Men’s Race and Mass Start – Finally, marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge and thousands of enthusiastic runners will take off together for the full race experience.

London Marathon 2025 prize money, purse for winner

The London Marathon is sticking with the same prize money setup as last year. Whoever crosses the finish line first in the men’s and women’s races will walk away with $55,000. The runners who come in second aren’t left empty-handed either, they’ll earn $30,000 (roughly £23,100). Those who finish in third place will take home $22,500 (about £17,400). So, even if you don’t grab the top spot, there’s still a nice paycheck waiting for you if you land on the podium.

But that’s not all, there are some big performance bonuses up for grabs too. If a male runner manages to finish the race in under 2 hours and 2 minutes, or if a female runner finishes in under 2 hours and 15 minutes, they’ll score an extra $150,000 (£115,900). On top of that, if anyone breaks the world record during the race, they’ll pocket an additional $125,000 (£96,500). And if someone beats the London Marathon course record, there’s a bonus of $25,000 (£19,300) waiting for them.

In short, winning the race is just the beginning, if athletes can push themselves to historic performances, there’s a lot more money on the table. It’s a big motivator not just to win, but to aim for record-breaking times.

London Marathon 2025 route

The 2025 London Marathon marks a major milestone, it’s the 45th edition of the race! This year, more than 50,000 runners are expected to hit the streets, ready to take on a course that has stayed pretty much the same over the years. The 26.2-mile journey kicks off at the beautiful and historic Greenwich Park, before sending runners east toward Woolwich.

One of the things that makes the London Marathon so popular is its mostly flat course, which is perfect for chasing personal bests. Along the way, runners will get to soak in some of London’s most famous landmarks. They’ll cruise over the stunning Tower Bridge, weave through the modern skyline of Canary Wharf, and pass by the world-famous Big Ben. After that, it’s a final push toward the grand finish line at The Mall, right near Buckingham Palace, a truly iconic way to end an incredible race.

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