A fitness influencer with a large social media following was found to have cheated during a recent marathon. The incident involved the use of a bicycle for part of the race, which is against the rules. The influencer, who is 30 years old, has acknowledged the violation and released a statement.

Further details about the incident are available, including the influencer's statement which mentions feeling unwell during the race.

The Official Marathon Time Integrity Unit reported the cheating incident, which was one of many during the marathon.