Here are the marathon winners collecting their awards.

Congrats to all participants!

(Image: Stuart Martin)

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More finishers cross the line

(Image: Stuart Martin)

(Image: Stuart Martin)

(Image: Stuart Martin)

(Image: Stuart Martin)

First woman to cross the marathon finish line

Jenny Badger, 33, was the first woman to finish the Southampton full marathon 2025. 

She said: "I’m so so happy with how I did, I could never have imagined it to have gone as well as I did.

"I’ve worked so hard for this and it’s amazing that it’s all paid off.

"I really can’t put into words just how happy I am to be the first woman to cross the line this year. 

"I actually quite enjoy running on hill courses so this one was perfect for me. 

"Now I’m looking forward to running an ultra marathon in July."

Jenny Badger (Image: Stuart Martin)

Lyn Donohue, 59, was running today for Sarcoma UK. 

She said: "I did the half marathon and it was really, really hard.

"I’ve only been training for the last four months after having a shoulder operation so I was really pleased to be able to run today.

"I had about five months off running so it was a great personal achievement to be able to finish the half marathon today."

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More runners are pouring across the finish line this morning, with a winners ceremony set to take place at 12.30pm.

Well done all!

Emma Welsh, 49, ran the half marathon today. 

This is the second time she has run in the ABP Southampton Marathon after taking part in 2015. 

She said: "It’s a slightly different route to what I did 10 years ago, but I really enjoyed it and had a good race.

"The first time I ran this, I didn’t have any children so for me, preparing has been more of a challenge this time round.

"I’ve been running half a marathon every week for six months which put me in good stead for today."

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Steve Lebas, 54, ran in the 10k today.

He said: "It was a good race today. There was lots of support all round the track which definitely helped.

"Just as you come round St Mary’s Stadium, there is a point where it goes quite quiet and there’s not many people and I found that bit really tough.

"The last 2k for me was difficult but I powered through and got there in the end with a time of 44min and 30 seconds.

"Another part that was really tough was the Itchen Bridge. When you are going up the hill and the bridge is just staring in front of you, it looks very daunting."

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Peter Jolliffe, 79, from the Isle of Wight took part in the 5k race today.

He said: "I was really happy to run in the 5.

"When I was a bit younger, I would’ve done a marathon or a 10k but it was great to still be able to run in the 5k race today.

"This is the first time I’ve run in the ABP Southampton Marathon so it was really great to be able to take that one off my list.

"I did suffer a little bit with my hamstring on the final stretch, but thankfully managed to hobble over the finish line."

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Half marathon runners start to cross the finish line

Isaac Andrews, 24, ran the half marathon today and said it was one of the best he’s run. 

He added: "I’ve been gradually trying to increase the volume of training that I do. 

"I’ve also tried to incorporate some really he runs as this track isn’t particularly flat. 

"I felt really good until I got about halfway round the track and suddenly the sun came out from behind the buildings and really started to make it a challenge. 

"But with a time of one hour and 22 minutes, I’m really pleased.

"To anyone thinking of doing the marathon next year I’d say you absolutely should and the most important thing you can do is to stay consistent while training."

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'Fantastic day'

Helen Alsop, 48, has been running in the 5K race today. 

She said: "I went out at the start line a bit too fast. I’m used to going out on runs on my own so I think I’ve got a bit carried away on the start line which I paid for later in the race. because I came out so fast at one point I had to slow down to a walk.

"I did really well until the 4k mark.

"Where I’ve been preparing during the winter it was quite a challenge to have the sun beating down on me this time, but overall I really enjoyed it and it’s been a fantastic day."

Helen Alsop (Image: Newsquest)

Here are some more great pictures from the 10k and 5k start line.

Spot the farm animals...

(Image: Stuart Martin)

(Image: Stuart Martin)

(Image: Stuart Martin)

Giz Hoppe and Victoria Robinson both ran the 5k race today. 

Victoria said: "I thought the course was really nice and flat.

"I don’t mind too many hills but it was nice to stay on the same level.

"I’ve been training on the treadmill every week so I’m really pleased with how I did today."

Giz Hoppe and Victoria Robinson (Image: Newsquest)

'A South Coast staple'

Lord Mayor of Southampton, Cllr Dave Shields is among those cheering on participants.

He said: I’m so pleased there has been such a big turnout today at the start line.

"From what I could tell it looks like we have around 10,000 runners taking to the track today which is brilliant.

"It’s become such a great part of Southampton and with it being the 10th anniversary of the marathon, it’s established itself as a real staple of the south coast.

"Best of luck to all those people running today.

"I hope you smash your personal best times, raise lots of money for your charities and good causes and just have a really good race."

Cllr Shields, centre, with marathon runners (Image: Stuart Martin)

Runners taking part in the 10k and 5k races have set off from the start line.

Among them are several farm animals...

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Those running the 5K and 10K race at Southampton Marathon 2025 have just set off.

Good luck to all those racing today! pic.twitter.com/ETYgc6ep3m

— Ross Marshall (@RossMarshall87) April 6, 2025

 Full and Half marathon runners (Image: Stuart Martin)

Full and Half marathon runners (Image: Stuart Martin)

Full and Half marathon runners (Image: Stuart Martin)

Full and Half Marathon runners set off

Southampton Half and Full Marathon runners setting off at 9am (Image: Stuart Martin)

Southampton Half and Full Marathon runners setting off at 9am (Image: Stuart Martin)

Lots of excited runners at the start line this morning.

Good luck to all involved!

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And they're off!

What is the weather going to be like for the race? 

Marathon runners are set for a warm but breezy start to the day - whether running in today's race or not, those on the ground in Southampton should be sure to bring plenty of water.  

Hour-by-hour forecast as thousands set to run marathon

What time should runners arrive at the 2025 Southampton Marathon?

No matter what distance you're running, you should aim to be on site at least an hour and a half before your official start time.

It adds: "There will be queues for parking and toilets, so it is best to be prepared!"

Additionally, participants that signed up for the event after March 10th and international runners will need to collect their race bibs on the Saturday or early Sunday morning before their starting time.

These will be available to pick up at the registration tent in Guildhall Square on Saturday, April 5 between 10am and 2pm.

Alternatively, you can pick them up from Watts Park on Sunday, April 6 between 7am and 9.30am.

Full list of Road Closures

April 5 to April 6 (9:30 AM to 12:00 PM)

New Road (Palmerston Rd to A33 St. Andrews Rd)

East Park Terrace (entire length)

April 5 to April 6 (7:00 AM to 4:00 PM)

London Road (entire length)

Cumberland Place (Bedford Place to London Rd)

Brunswick Place (entire length)

Bitterne (8:00 AM to 2:30 PM)

Northam Bridge (eastbound)

Northam Road (entire length eastbound)

Bitterne Road West (from Northam Bridge to Bullar Rd, eastbound)

Other Areas (8:00 AM to 3:00 PM)

Macnaghten Rd, Whitworth Rd, Whitworth Crescent, Cobden Ave, Woodmill Ln, and Portswood Rd (multiple locations)

High Road, Langhorn Rd Lane, University Rd, Church Lane, Highfield Rd, Heatherdeane Rd, and Khartoum Rd (Portswood area)

Woolston (8:00 AM to 2:00 PM)

Itchen Bridge, Central Bridge, Cooper’s Lane, and various local roads (full closures in Woolston)

These closures will affect various roads across the city, with specific timings and locations, especially in busy areas like Portswood, Bitterne, and Woolston. 

See the full list of closures here

Road closures coming into force

Several key roads around the city are to close today because of the race, with some of those closures coming into force from 8am.

We'll have the full rundown on those for you shortly, but all those living in and around Southampton are being advised to check before travelling.

Good morning and welcome to the Daily Echo's live coverage of the 2025 ABP Southampton Marathon.

We'll be covering the event throughout the day as thousands of runners descend on the city centre to complete the 5k, 10k, half marathon or full marathon courses.

Taking part? We'd love to hear your stories! Send us an email at newsdesk@dailyecho.co.uk or message us on Facebook.