Celebrating strength and spirit: Meet three inspiring Team OCA runners

The TCS London Marathon isn’t just a race. It’s a celebration of courage, community and determination. Every year, people from all walks of life take on the 26.2-mile challenge, often for reasons close to their hearts.

This year, we’re proud to share the stories of three inspirational runners who’ve spent months training hard and taken on the famous 26.2 mile route to help more women survive ovarian cancer.

Meghan Driscoll: Ten years cancer-free and still running strong

Meghan Driscoll’s journey with running began in 2015 — the same year she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

It started when she noticed some weight gain and decided to get active. Running and healthy eating helped her drop the weight, but something didn’t feel right. She found a lump on her stomach. That lump turned out to be cancer.

Catching it early likely saved her life.

Now, ten years later, Meghan is cancer-free and stronger than ever and taking on her fourth marathon.

Support Meghan: justgiving.com/page/meghanrunslondon2025

Russell Pert: Running for Mum

Russell Pert is running for someone very special — his mum, Janine. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2024, and is now thankfully in remission.

This year, she’ll be cheering from the sidelines as Russell runs the London Marathon in her honour.

Every mile is a way for Russell to show love and support for his mum. You can bet having her there on the day will give him an extra push to the finish line.

Support Russell: justgiving.com/page/russell-pert-1733085088168

Paul Rhodes: A first marathon to honour Debbie

Paul Rhodes is running his very first marathon in memory his partner’s mum, Debbie. She sadly passed away from ovarian cancer, and Paul is raising money in her honour and for ovarian cancer research to help others.

This year’s marathon landed on Debbie’s birthday, making it even more meaningful. Every step is a tribute to her life and legacy.

Support Paul: justgiving.com/page/paul-rhodes-1729171019872

A proud moment for Team OCA

Our team of 14 runners have all been personally impacted by ovarian cancer in different ways. They are game changers who want to change the statistics for women everywhere. They want less agonising treatment, better survival rates and for those that do get the all-clear, to not live in fear of remission.

Running the London Marathon has been their way of standing up for the people we love and remembering those we miss.

We couldn’t be prouder. Together, let’s honour their stories, raise awareness and make a difference.

Because when we make change together, we go further.