London Marathon 2025 commentators: Who is providing coverage for the BBC this year?
THE 2025 London Marathon is projected to be the biggest ever, with a whopping 56,000 runners expected to take part.
Here we take a look at the BBC's team commentary team, who will be guiding us through the 26.2-mile course on Sunday April 27, 2025.
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The London Marathon course winds through a great many of our capital's landmarks, including Tower Bridge
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Gabby Logan will be fronting the BBC's coverage of the historic event
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Gabby Logan
Gabby Logan will present the live coverage of the London Marathon 2025 on the BBC.
She will anchor the broadcast, providing seamless transitions between race updates, interviews and expert analysis.
Having previously covered for Gary Lineker on Match of the Day, from August 2025 she will present the programme regularly in rotation with Kelly Cates and Mark Chapman.
Gabby started presenting for BBC sport in 2017, and has gone on to cover the Olympics, Commonwealth Games and World Athletics Championships.
She was part of the Beeb's presenting team for Euro 2024, and also covers Champions League football on Amazon Prime Video.
Andrew Cotter
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Andrew Cotter is the BBC's lead commentator for the London Marathon
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Andrew Cotter will bring his extensive experience as a sports broadcaster to the London Marathon commentary team.
He is tasked with delivering clear, insightful narration of the race's progress, highlighting key moments and athlete performances.
His ability to blend technical detail with engaging storytelling makes the coverage accessible to all viewers.
Andrew is known for covering a variety of sports for the BBC, including the Boat Race, golf, rugby union, tennis and athletics.
Steve Cram
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Steve Cram is the BBC's expert analyst for the London Marathon
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Steve Cram, a former world champion middle-distance runner, will provide expert analysis on race tactics and form of the runners competing.
Breaking down the strategies of elite runners, he will try to help viewers understand the physical demands of the marathon.
Steve's deep knowledge of athletics enriches the broadcast with valuable context and expert insight.
He first started commentating on Eurosport in 1995, before joining Channel 4 the following year.
Steve then landed the role of chief athletics commentator at the BBC in 1998.
He has co-presented both the Summer and Winter Olympics since Sydney 2000.
Paula Radcliffe
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Paula Radcliffe is the BBC's marathon specialist commentator
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Paula Radcliffe, the women's marathon world record holder, will be offering a unique perspective based on her elite running career.
She will share personal insights into the challenges of the London Marathon course and race-day conditions.
Paula's commentary adds authenticity and inspiration, connecting viewers to the athletes' experiences.
She has won both the London Marathon and New York Marathon three times, as well as the the Chicago Marathon in 2002.
Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson
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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson will provide specialist commentary
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Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson provides specialist commentary, focusing especially on the wheelchair races.
Her distinguished Paralympic career gives her a deep understanding of the athletes' skills and challenges.
Tanni's contributions highlight the inclusivity and competitive spirit of the marathon event.
On-course reporters
Members of the commentary team will also report live from various points along the marathon route.
Tasked with capturing the race's atmosphere and conducting interviews with runners, volunteers and spectators, the on-course reporters are:
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