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London Marathon Warns Runners of Scammers Selling Spots

4/19/2026

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The London Marathon organizers warn scammers target runners who did not secure a spot by offering to sell their places for £79.
The scammers claim the entry can be transferred.
The London Marathon organizers state that entries are non-transferable.
The fitness app Strava prohibits deceptive practices and will suspend accounts that exploit bib transfers.
Runners are encouraged to report activity to the marathon organizers and document interactions with scammers.

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Story summary

The London Marathon organizers warn scammers target runners who did not secure a spot by offering to sell their places for £79.
The scammers claim the entry can be transferred.
The London Marathon organizers state that entries are non-transferable.
The fitness app Strava prohibits deceptive practices and will suspend accounts that exploit bib transfers.
Runners are encouraged to report activity to the marathon organizers and document interactions with scammers.