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London Marathon 2019 embroiled in sexism row over finisher t-shirts

New Balance t-shirts are given to all runners who complete the London Marathon [Courtesy]

The London Marathon is facing accusations of sexism after complaints that the t-shirts given to finishers do not fit women.

Equality campaigners have described the unisex New Balance tops provided to all runners who complete the 26.2-mile race as "sexist", claiming that they cater to an average men's size and are too big for women.

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