Alex Yee Finishes 14th in London Marathon Debut

Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee made his marathon debut at the London Marathon, finishing 14th with a time of 2:11:08 and describing the experience as one of the best moments of his life despite facing significant challenges. Kenya's Sabastian Sawe won the men's race in 2:02:27, the second-fastest time in event history, while Ethiopia's Tigst Assefa set a new women-only world record. Eilish McColgan broke the Scottish record on her marathon debut. Yee, who grew up in Lewisham, emphasized that personal growth and inspiring others motivated his participation. He reflected on the physical and mental difficulties of the race, highlighting that even elite athletes face uncertainty. Yee now plans to focus on preparing for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in triathlon.