'My husband is 83 and has run every London Marathon - but I can't stop him'
Summary
Mac Speake, an 83-year-old retired GP, is one of a small group of men who have taken part in every London Marathon since it launched in 1981. Despite struggles during recent marathons, including dealing with broken bones and illness, he is unsure about whether to continue participating.Key Facts
- Mac Speake is 83 years old and retired as a general practitioner doctor.
- He has run in every London Marathon since it first started in 1981.
- Some marathons were challenging due to health issues, including having broken bones and being severely ill.
- His fastest run was completed in two hours and 44 minutes in 1983.
- Mac's wife, Ros, has supported him at every marathon except one, when she had a stroke.
- His most recent marathon time was nine hours and 14 minutes.
- Only six men, referred to as the 'Ever Presents', have completed every London Marathon since it began.
- Chris Finill, the youngest of the Ever Presents, holds a record for completing 33 consecutive sub-three hour marathons between 1981 and 2013.
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