LONDON April 27 (People's Daily Online)—— 2015 London Marathon hit a new record yesterday. More than 37,500 finished 26.2-mile journey from Blackheath to Westminster, making the 35th edition of the race the biggest in its history.

Three established new world records while no fewer than six course records fell on a day of celebration for Paula Radcliffe and triumph for London Marathon debutants Eliud Kipchoge and Tigist Tufa, who took the prestigious elite titles in style.

Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge won the men's London Marathon with the results of 2:04:42, while Ethiopia's Tigist Tufa victorious in the women's race.

There were no shared finishes among the elites this year, but a lot of shared love for Radcliffe who completed an emotional final race as a competitive athlete, receiving a standing ovation on The Mall, before being presented with the John Disley London Marathon Lifetime Achievement Award by Prince Harry and race founder Disley.

“This is a really special event and everyone will tell you that,” said Radcliffe afterwards. “For me it was very, very special to be given that award.

“I knew it would be emotional and it was. I nearly lost it at Birdcage Walk, but the crowds bowled me over. I wanted it to last forever.”