London Marathon 2023: How to track runners on the app during race

If you’ve got a loved one running in this year’s London Marathon here’s how you can track their progress on race day
Chelsie Sewell
By Chelsie Sewell
Published 22nd Mar 2023, 12:07 BST
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Spectators at this year’s London Marathon will be able to track participants in real time thanks to the TCS London Marathon App. Whether you are cheering on from the sidelines or watching from home, the app means it is easier than ever to keep track of a racer’s progress and receive updates on how the runners are getting on.

The TCS London Marathon app also has a ‘Belief boost’ function so friends or family members of participants can send a message of support, and if approved, it will appear on the world-famous gantry on The Mall as your chosen participant approaches the finish line!

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Supporters can also use the Official TCS London Marathon app to keep up-to-date with the Elite Leaderboard and be notified of results. Meanwhile, runners can use it to track other participants, listen to an inspiring soundtrack, take selfies to post on social media and find expert tips and advice on the move.

The world-famous event returns to its spring time slot this April after being moved to the autumn during Covid. Now in its 43rd year, the event will take place on April 23 in London.

Runners will leave from Greenwich Park, and make their way around central London passing some of the city’s most iconic landmarks such asBig Ben,Tower Bridge andThe Tower of London before heading to the finish line at The Mall nearBuckingham Palace.

If you’ve got a loved one running in this year’s London Marathon here’s how you can track their progress on race day If you’ve got a loved one running in this year’s London Marathon here’s how you can track their progress on race day
If you’ve got a loved one running in this year’s London Marathon here’s how you can track their progress on race day

When is the London Marathon 2023

TheLondon Marathon 2023 is set to take place on Sunday, April 23.

How to track participants in the London Marathon 2023

  • Download the TCS London Marathon app on iOS or Android
  • Visit the ‘Tracking’ section of the Official App powered by TCS. 
  • Search by the runner’s name or bib number and when you have found the runner you’re looking for, press the + icon to add them to your tracking list.
  • Wait for the participant to start the race to receive live updates.
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