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London Marathon runner and 'Masterchef' dies in hospital-organisers

Matt campbell during a past Marathon in Manchester. [Photo: Courtesy]

A 29-year-old chef who collapsed while running in Sunday's London Marathon has died in hospital, event organisers said on Monday.

Matt Campbell went down 22.5 miles into the race and was treated by doctors before being rushed to hospital.

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