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Jon Strong prepares to finish A-Z marathon challenge in Jersey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 6:15 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Jon Strong prepares to finish A-Z marathon challenge in Jersey
Summary

Retired teacher Jon Strong is set to complete his A-Z marathon challenge by running the Jersey Marathon on October 4. Since starting the challenge in 2014, he has finished 25 marathons, each starting with a different letter. Finding a race beginning with 'J' proved difficult due to travel preferences and scheduling conflicts while working. Strong has participated in various marathons around the world and aims to tick off Jersey as his final letter.

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  • •Jon Strong will run the Jersey Marathon on October 4.
  • •He has completed 25 marathons since 2014.
  • •Finding a 'J' marathon was a challenge due to travel issues.
  • •Strong prefers traveling by boat over flying.
  • •The Jersey Marathon will feature additional races and over 2,000 participants.
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  • 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — Marathon runner set to complete A-Z challenge
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Retired teacher Jon Strong is preparing to finish his marathon effort by finally ticking off J.

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