A series of records were set at the London Marathon on Sunday. Kenyan Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge (L) achieved the second quickest time in history, 2 hours 2 minutes 37 seconds, and 25-year-old Brigid Kosgei (R), also from Kenya, became the youngest woman winner in the event's 39-year history, in 2:18:20. They are seen here with Britain's Prince Harry. /VCG Photo

Already the world record holder, 34-year-old Olympic champion Kipchoge won his fourth London title on Sunday. /VCG Photo

Kosgei improved her placing from the second place in last year's London race. /VCG Photo

Over 42,000 people took part in this year's event, a new record, the organizers said. /VCG Photo

The event also saw the highest number of women finishers in history, the Guardian reported. /VCG Photo

In keeping with tradition, many participants dressed in costumes such as Big Ben, Wonder Woman and giant panda. A group even ran in a six-person costume to raise money for charity. /VCG Photo