Dave Chaplin, a recent recruit to York Acorn Running Club, could threaten Ian Hagyard's long-standing 2hr 37min club record for the marathon when he runs in the London Marathon next Sunday. Chaplin recently ran the East Hill 20 mile race in 1hr 58min. Several members of the Acorn club are running in the London Marathon.

Updated: 13:01 Tuesday, April 17, 2001