The ballot for the 2027 London Marathon is already open ahead of next year’s race. An incredible 1,133,813 people entered the ballot for this year’s marathon, a new world record, shattering last year’s total of 840,318. It represents a 36% increase year on year and nearly double the applications for the 2024 race (578,304). The ballot for next year’s event opened on Friday 24 April and is open for one week, until 4pm (BST) on Friday 1 May. The results will be announced in early July. There is the prospect that next year’s event could take place over two days . As it stands, the race will take place on Sunday 25 April, 2027. However, there could be a one-off two-day event, taking place on Saturday 24 April, 2027, as well. Hugh Brasher, chief executive of London Marathon Events, said: “Entering the 2027 TCS London Marathon ballot could be the first step towards becoming part of something truly life changing.” Here’s everything you need to know about how to enter: How can I enter next year’s race?…