As of April 2025, the United Kingdom boasts several standout runners across various disciplines. Here are some of the top British athletes making waves this year:
Josh Kerr – Middle-Distance Star
Josh Kerr, the 2023 World Champion in the 1500m, continues to dominate the middle-distance scene. He secured a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics and holds the British indoor two-mile record. Kerr is set to face off against Norway’s Jakob Ingebrigtsen at the London Athletics Meet on July 19, 2025, in a highly anticipated 1500m showdown.
Emile Cairess – Marathon Contender
Emile Cairess has emerged as a leading British marathoner. He finished third at the 2024 London Marathon and fourth at the Paris Olympics. Cairess is set to compete in the 2025 London Marathon on April 27, aiming to further solidify his reputation on the global stage.
Jeremiah Azu – Sprint Sensation
Jeremiah Azu has been making headlines in sprinting. In 2025, he clinched gold in the 60m at both the European and World Indoor Championships, setting a personal best of 6.49 seconds. Azu also became the first Welshman to run the 100m in under 10 seconds in wind-legal conditions. His achievements have placed him among the UK’s top sprinters.
Georgia Bell – Middle-Distance Achiever
Georgia Bell has had an impressive 2025 season. She won the 1500m gold at the British Indoor Championships and secured bronze at the World Indoor Championships with a personal best of 3:59.84. Bell also set a new indoor mile personal best of 4:23.35 at the Millrose Games in New York. Her consistent performances make her a key figure in British middle-distance running.
Eilish McColgan – Marathon Debutant
Eilish McColgan is set to make her marathon debut at the 2025 London Marathon. The Commonwealth Games 10,000m champion is eager to transition to the marathon distance and is expected to be a strong contender in the women’s race.
These athletes represent the pinnacle of British running talent in 2025, each excelling in their respective events and contributing to the country’s rich athletic legacy.
