The Weekly Three: 27th April

A short list of things that feel worth knowing about this week.

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2026 London Marathon highlights 

This year’s marathon has already been labelled one of the most historic ever, with Sabastian Sawe becoming the first man to run an official sub-two-hour marathon (1:59:30), alongside multiple record-breaking finishes across the field.

Beyond the elite results, what always stands out is the human side - runners in grief, first-timers, comeback stories, and thousands of people running for their own deeply personal reasons. 

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Laura Kenny’s personal essay

Laura Kenny has shared a powerful, very honest piece on miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and the loss of control over your own body - published as she completed the London Marathon in aid of The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust.

She talks about:

• The shock of loss after an “easy” first pregnancy

• How isolating it felt not telling people early

• The frustration of a body that performs… except when it matters most to you

It’s an important read that raises awareness of ectopic pregnancy, but worth noting it may feel triggering for some. Read here.

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Head to Mackie Mayor

An easy food hall option where everyone can pick what they fancy -  no booking, no pressure.Perfect for a casual lunch or early dinner that still feels like you got out and did something.