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Emile Cairess, Jepchirchir Withdraw from 2026 London Marathon

4/15/2026

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Emile Cairess will not compete in the 2026 London Marathon due to a calf injury, and the 28-year-old had aimed to challenge Sir Mo Farah's British record.
Cairess previously missed the 2025 race and has battled injuries, including an ankle tendon issue.
Peres Jepchirchir, the world champion, has withdrawn from the women's race due to a stress fracture.
The London Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026.

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Emile Cairess will not compete in the 2026 London Marathon due to a calf injury, and the 28-year-old had aimed to challenge Sir Mo Farah's British record.
Cairess previously missed the 2025 race and has battled injuries, including an ankle tendon issue.
Peres Jepchirchir, the world champion, has withdrawn from the women's race due to a stress fracture.
The London Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, April 26, 2026.