Kenya's Brigid Kosgei celebrates on the podium after winning the London Marathon in London, England, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020. ( AP)The London Marathon will take place in early October in 2022 instead of its traditional date in April for the third straight year, organisers said on Tuesday. The 2021 edition is scheduled for Oct. 3, while the 2022 race will be held on Oct. 2. "We believe that by moving the 2022 event to October we give ourselves the best chances of welcoming the world to the streets of London, enabling tens of millions to be raised for good causes," said Hugh Brasher, event director, London Marathon Events. Ethiopian Shura Kitata won the men's title last year, while Kenya's Brigid Kosgei defended her women's title.

Source: Standard Digital August 18, 2021 06:35 UTC