Alex Yee Targets Yokohama Points After British Record Marathon and Sub‑2‑Hour Pace

Context Alex Yee won the 2024 Olympic gold in triathlon, becoming one of Britain’s most celebrated multi‑sport athletes. After the Games he turned to marathon running, making his debut in London 2025 with a 2:11:08 finish, the fastest ever by an Olympic triathlete. In December 2025 he ran the Valencia Marathon in 2:06:38, moving to second on the UK all‑time list behind only Mo Farah.

Key Facts Yee called the Valencia run “unforgettable” and said “only sport can make us feel this way,” urging athletes to take risks. The 2:06:38 time placed him second on Britain’s all‑time marathon list, behind Mo Farah’s record. In April 2026 he paced British runners through the halfway point of a sub‑2‑hour attempt in London, covering 13.1 miles in 63:15 and later said the experience made him feel part of history.

What It Means The marathon result shows Yee can sustain elite endurance beyond triathlon, strengthening his case for a potential double at LA 2028 if schedule allows. His pacing role demonstrates credibility in elite distance running circles, which could attract sponsorship and team support. Heading to WTCS Yokohama, he aims to score his first 2026 World Triathlon Championship Series points and chase the maximum 1,000 points available.

Watch how Yee performs in Yokohama and whether he can translate his marathon form into triathlon points that keep his LA 2028 double ambition alive.