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World record-holder Paula Radcliffe has pulled out of next month's London Marathon because of a broken toe.
The 35-year-old Radcliffe, a three-time winner in London, hurt the second toe on her right foot during altitude training in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Tuesday.
Radcliffe is considering surgery to prevent further problems.
Her withdrawal was announced today by London Marathon organisers.
Flora London Marathon race director Dave Bedford said: "This is a major blow for Paula. I know how much she wanted to run here this year but luck just does not seem to be on her side.
"Paula's priority must now be to get fully fit hopefully for the World Championships and we wish her all the best for a speedy recovery.
"Even without Paula, however, the elite women's field for 26 April is still one of the strongest we've ever had in London and I am sure the race will be a superb spectacle."
She hasn't competed in London since winning her third title in 2005.
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