00:00More people than ever are hoping to take part in next year's London Marathon, with a record number of applications
00:07through the public ballot.
00:09More than 1.3 million people have entered, the highest total so far with strong interest from across communities and
00:17all age groups,
00:18and with applications between males and females being near equal.
00:22Organisers say the demand reflects how many people are using running to stay active, raise money and support causes close
00:29to them.
00:30Ballot results are due in July.
00:32Plans are also being explored to stage the event over two days, which could increase charity fundraising and widen access,
00:39although no final decision has yet been confirmed officially.
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