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Ramsey's marathon in memory of 'amazing' young boy

Saturday, April 25, 2026

Retired footballer Aaron Ramsey is set to run the London Marathon to honor his friend Ceri’s son Hugh, who died at six from a rare cancer. His participation aims to raise awareness—and potentially funds—for childhood cancer research and support families facing similar tragedies.

Aaron Ramsey has only just retired but is running the London Marathon in memory of his friend Ceri's "amazing" son Hugh, who died of a rare cancer aged six.