Tigist Assefa Eyes New Women's Marathon Record at London Event

Ethiopian runner Tigist Assefa targets the women's-only course record at her London Marathon debut, amid a highly competitive field.

Tigist Assefa, the current women's marathon world record holder, aims to break the women's-only course record of 2:17:01 at the London Marathon.
Hugh Brasher, event director, believes this year's race could surpass the competitiveness of the Olympic marathon.
Assefa trained extensively, including high mileage and gym sessions, to prepare for the race.
The elite field includes several of the fastest women marathoners, setting the stage for a historic event.
Equal prize money will be awarded to both able-bodied athletes and wheelchair racers, marking a significant step towards equality in the sport.