How to track a runner in the 2026 London Marathon

If you’re at home wondering how your loved one is faring in the race, never fear! The TCS Marathon App has all the information you need about your friend or family member’s progress at your fingertips.

Then, simply enter the name or preferably, the bib number, of whichever racer you’re looking for. You can find out where they are on the interactive map as well as receive notifications when they have crossed certain timing mats.

The app has a feature called “Wayfinder” for spectator tracking, and the “Belief Booster” allows supporters to send heart-warming messages on the huge screen monitors the appear throughout the course.

In order for the app to work effectively, your runner must ensure they have GPS switched on their device participating in the race.

If you missed out on a ballot place for the 2026 TCS London Marathon, you’re not alone. The event is more popular now than it has ever been.

A staggering 1,133,813 people threw their hats into the ring for the 2026 ballot, a 36 per cent increase on the previous record of 840,318 applicants for the 2025 race.

Entry to the TCS London Marathon 2027 ballot has already opened.