General · 4 May 2026

London Marathon Runner Fighting for Life After Cardiac Arrest

Paramedic Gareth Hopkins, 43, is fighting for his life in intensive care after suffering a cardiac arrest near the finish of the London Marathon. He was raising money for Age UK in memory of his grandmother Tricia Petts. His fundraising page has received over £22,300 in donations since news of his collapse spread.

By BriefTea Editorial · 4 May 2026 at 5:46

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