The London Marathon may have been cancelled but Olympic athletes plan to run a virtual 26 miles to raise money for pets abandoned in the coronavirus crisis.
Fatima Whitbread, Roger Black, Helen Clitheroe and Jamie Baulch are among the Olympians backing the Rescue Run, which has been organised by leading pet charity, Blue Cross.
Animal lovers are also being invited to take part in the 26.2-mile race in aid of homeless, abandoned, sick and injured pets in the charity’s care.
Fatima, a former Olympian, World and European javelin champion, said: “My dog Bertie means the world to me. “Our pets are so important right now, especially as we’re faced with such huge challenges to overcome in every aspect of our lives. “Keeping fit and healthy