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Paula Radcliffe's Daughter Completes First London Marathon After Cancer Recovery

Isla Lough, 18, ran the race to raise funds for Children with Cancer UK, five years after her diagnosis with a rare ovarian cancer.

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Overview

  • Isla Lough, daughter of marathon legend Paula Radcliffe, completed the 2025 London Marathon at age 18, becoming one of the youngest participants this year.
  • Diagnosed with a rare ovarian cancer at 13, Isla underwent intensive chemotherapy during the COVID-19 lockdown and has since recovered fully.
  • She ran the marathon to support Children with Cancer UK, a cause deeply personal to her family after her battle with the disease.
  • Paula Radcliffe, a three-time London Marathon winner and BBC commentator for the event, expressed pride in Isla’s determination despite limited training.
  • The race marks a generational milestone for the family, with Isla following in the footsteps of her mother and grandfather as marathon participants.