Boardman clocks 3-19 in London Marathon

Chris Boardman London Marathon BBC

published 27 April 2009

Former British professional rider turned coach/bike designer/commentator Chris Boardman completed Sunday's London Marathon in a respectable 3 hours 19 minutes 27 seconds.

Boardman, now 41, took part in the 26-mile running event to raise funds for the National Autistic Society, and was interviewed shortly after finishing by the BBC's Sue Barker.

Asked by Barker whether he was feeling the pain after the event, Boardman said "I broke my ankle in the Tour de France, and the last six miles... it's knackered frankly.

"I didn't have a lot more to give, I'm glad I've done it, but can't imagine doing another one."

"It's an experience like nothing else I've ever done. It's quite something. It's a personal challenge. It's a voyage of self discovery, that sounds a bit arty, but that's how it is."

When asked whether he'll be taking part again next year, Boardman gave a short answer. "We'll see."

Boardman's post-marathon interview on BBC

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