You Ran 26.2 Miles? Here's How Much Cash You Can Cash In (Assuming You Actually Won)
So you've conquered the London Marathon, the electric atmosphere, the cheering crowds, the suspicious amount of fancy dress costumes (seriously, that banana suit was impressive...but sweaty). You've crossed the finish line, a champion bathed in glory (and probably a fair bit of sweat). But wait, there's more! The question that's burning a hole in your tired legs: how much does winning this legendary race actually pay?
Prepare to Beef Up Your Bank Account (But Maybe Not Buy a Private Island Just Yet)
Fear not, champion, for the London Marathon offers some serious prize money. Here's the breakdown:
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The Big Cheese (and the Big Bucks): First place finishers in the elite men's, women's, wheelchair men's, and wheelchair women's races all take home a cool $55,000 (around £44,000). That's enough to buy a decent car (or a very fancy pair of running shoes).
Not Too Shabby for Second Place Either: Coming in a close second nabs you a respectable $30,000 (around £24,000). Not bad for a consolation prize, especially if your consolation involves a luxurious massage and a lifetime supply of ice cream.
Third Place Podium Payday: Third place snags you $22,500 (around £18,000). You might not be on the top of the podium, but hey, at least you can treat yourself to a celebratory vacation (without having to sell a kidney).
Bonus Bucks: Because Speed Demons Deserve More Green
The London Marathon loves rewarding lightning-fast finishes. Here's the bonus situation:
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Sub-2:02 for Men or Sub-2:16 for Women? That superhero speed earns you an extra $150,000 (around £120,000)! Now we're talking private island territory (although, with that kind of speed, maybe you can just run there?).
Super Speedy, But Not Quite Sub-What? Don't worry, there are tiered bonuses for impressive times too.
World Record Glory (and a Hefty Paycheck)
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Breaking the world record comes with its own special reward: an additional $125,000 (around £100,000). Now that's a reason to push those limits!
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Wait, There's More! (Because We Like Fun Facts)
Did you know the 2024 London Marathon was the first to offer equal prize money for wheelchair racers and able-bodied athletes? Now that's something to celebrate!
The prize money is actually given out in US dollars, which might be handy if you're planning a post-race victory lap to Vegas.
So You Want to Win the London Marathon and Get Rich? We Got You Covered (Sort Of)
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How to Train Like a Champion: Train hard, very hard. Like, ridiculously hard. There are no shortcuts here, champ.
How to Actually Win the Race: This one's a bit trickier. Be insanely fast, have incredible endurance, and maybe make a deal with a particularly speedy deity.
How to Not Get Discouraged if You Don't Win: The London Marathon is a massive achievement, regardless of where you finish. Focus on your personal best and celebrate your incredible feat!
How to Spend Your Winnings (Responsibly, Of Course): Invest some, donate some, and definitely treat yourself to something amazing (just maybe not a private island...yet).
How to Find Out More About the London Marathon: Check out their official website for all the details! They have way more interesting information than how much the winner gets (although, that is pretty interesting, right?).
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