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NFL FEVER HITS LONDON
This October, NFL fever returns to
London with the 2025 NFL International
Games taking place at Tottenham
Hotspur Stadium. Fans can look forward
to two exciting matchups: the Cleveland
Browns facing the Minnesota Vikings on
Sunday, 5 October, followed by the New
York Jets taking on the Denver Broncos
on Sunday, 12 October. These games
mark another thrilling chapter in the
NFL’s growing presence in the UK,
attracting passionate fans from across
the country and beyond.
Just a short journey from the
stadium, The Tower Hotel by Thistle
offers the perfect London base for fans
wanting to soak up the atmosphere.
Located right beside the iconic Tower
Bridge, the hotel boasts stunning river
views and easy access to some of the
city’s top attractions, including the
historic Tower of London and the
bustling financial district. Guests can
enjoy walking along the vibrant South
Bank or taking a scenic river cruise,
making the most of their visit both on
and off game day.
To celebrate the games, The Tower
Hotel has launched an exclusive NFL
package designed to make game day
even more special. Guests can enjoy a
choice of beer and burger or prosecco
and pizza at Vicinity, the hotel’s stylish
riverside bar and restaurant – an ideal
way to get in the spirit before the kickoff
or unwind afterwards with fellow fans.
Each stay also includes a discounted
breakfast for just £10 per person,
helping guests refuel for a day of
exploring the city or recovering after an
exciting match.
Available for stays from 1–13
October, the package starts at £216 for
two people and combines the thrill of the
NFL with the unique experience of
staying in one of London’s celebrated
locations. Whether you’re travelling with
friends, family, or fellow supporters, The
Tower Hotel offers an unforgettable base
to enjoy the excitement of NFL London
alongside the rich culture and history of
the capital.
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EILISH MCCOLGAN EQUALS RECORD
AT 2025 VITALITY LONDON 10,000
Eilish McColgan delivered a standout
performance at the 2025 Vitality London
10,000, securing her third win on the
iconic central London course and
equalling Jo Pavey’s record for most
victories at the event. McColgan crossed
the line in 30:35 – the fastest 10K time by
a British woman this year – underlining
her excellent form ahead of her debut at
the TCS New York City Marathon.
Already the British record holder over
the 10K distance, McColgan finished
well ahead of Jessica Warner-Judd, who
ran 31:14 – the third-fastest UK time of
2025. Alexandra Bell claimed third place
in a new personal best of 31:31, which
ranks fifth on this year’s UK list.
In the men’s race, Zak Mahamed
claimed his first Vitality London 10,000
title with a winning time of 29:07.
In the men’s wheelchair race,
Paralympic legend David Weir secured
his fourth win at the event, clocking
21:18 – just 12 seconds outside his
2016 course record. Michael McCabe
(25:33) and Illias Zghoundi (29:28)
completed the top three. The women’s
wheelchair race was won by Erin
O’Flaherty in 35:45. Roz Delap (39:18)
and Yasmin Hodkinson (41:15) took
second and third place, respectively.
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