London 2012 Olympic men's marathon - in pictures

The pack runs the lap around Westminster and Buckingham Palace early in the race Photograph: David Levene/Guardian The three leaders (Stephen Kiprotich, Wilson Kipsang and Abel Kirui) run side by side Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Stephen Kiprotich of Uganda runs to victory Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Silver and bronze medalists Abel Kirui & Wilson Kipsang of Kenya share a moment after completing the race Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Wilson Kipsang walks away from photographers Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Athletes wilt in the heat after completing the course Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Carles Castillejo of Spain receives attention after crossing the finish line Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Exhausted athletes are assisted at the finish line Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Luis Feiteira from Portugal finishes in 48th place Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Methkal Abu Drais from Jordan finishes in 56th Photograph: David Levene/Guardian Britain's Scott Overall finishes in 61st place Photograph: David Levene/Guardian