David Weir aims to stop Swiss athlete Marcel Hug from equalling his record tally of eight London Marathon wins.
Hug, who has won the London Marathon for a sixth consecutive year on April 26, 2025, will attempt to win the event again this year. The 46-year-old world record holder is looking to draw level with Weir's impressive record.
Weir, however, is determined to stop Hug from achieving this milestone. Despite finishing as runner-up in their recent head-to-head at last year's New York City Marathon, the Briton remains confident about his chances.
Hug, on the other hand, views winning the London Marathon as more than just a competition, but an opportunity to promote disability sport and raise awareness for the wheelchair racing community. He has consistently spoken highly of Weir, describing him as one of the greatest athletes in the world right now.
The two long-time rivals will face off again at this year's London Marathon, with Rainbow-Cooper also vying for a podium spot.
Weir's eight London victories span 16 years, starting from his first win in 2002. Last year's event saw him finish sixth, which may be viewed as an encouraging sign by the British athlete.
Hug, who has won the London Marathon for a sixth consecutive year on April 26, 2025, will attempt to win the event again this year. The 46-year-old world record holder is looking to draw level with Weir's impressive record.
Weir, however, is determined to stop Hug from achieving this milestone. Despite finishing as runner-up in their recent head-to-head at last year's New York City Marathon, the Briton remains confident about his chances.
Hug, on the other hand, views winning the London Marathon as more than just a competition, but an opportunity to promote disability sport and raise awareness for the wheelchair racing community. He has consistently spoken highly of Weir, describing him as one of the greatest athletes in the world right now.
The two long-time rivals will face off again at this year's London Marathon, with Rainbow-Cooper also vying for a podium spot.
Weir's eight London victories span 16 years, starting from his first win in 2002. Last year's event saw him finish sixth, which may be viewed as an encouraging sign by the British athlete.
. But you know what's even more dope? That Hug is using his platform to raise awareness for disability sports, that's some real talk 
. I mean, yeah Weir wants to break the record but can't he just share the spotlight a bit? Meanwhile, Hug's still going strong and inspiring a whole new generation of wheelchair athletes 
. Bring it on 2025, London Marathon, we're ready for this! ⏆
! But I was watching it last year and Weir wasn't doing that great lol he came in 6th... I think he's still got a chance tho 'cause he said something about it being an encouraging sign? Like, does that mean he's getting better or what? 
And can someone pls explain how Hug is a world record holder btw? How old is he supposed to be to hold a record? 
weir has been doing this for ages and its awesome to see him still pushing himself, even at 46! 
but i gotta feel for hug too - he's using these big events to raise awareness for the disability community and thats super cool 
. Fingers crossed David can hold on to his title tho! 
. He's been killing it on the track for years now, and Weir's still trying to keep up 
. Let's be real, Weir's gonna have to bring his A-game if he wants to take down Hug 
... but I'm keeping an eye on him anyway, he's still my guy! 
