Spencer Matthews has recorded a new marathon PB of 2:49, with Runner's World reporting his training was grounded in data, science, and steady work. The result marks a notable achievement for the British television personality turned endurance athlete.

The time puts him among competitive amateur runners, and his approach to training has been noted for its structured, analytical style. Rather than relying on raw effort alone, Matthews leaned heavily on structured planning.

Matthews is married to Vogue Williams, who has drawn coverage of her own this week after responding to critics. Those critics questioned her decisions in the early weeks of motherhood by going out with her one-month-old baby. Williams spoke out in response to the backlash.