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Guardian sport’s very own Barry Glendenning is running the London Landmarks Half-Marathon this morning to raise money for the Great Ormond Street hospital children’s charity. He’s already more than quadrupled his original target of £13,100 but would be grateful for any more donations in the final moments before the race because, well, it’s a brilliant cause and here at Guardian Towers we think he needs every bit of motivation he can get. If you can, donate here.

This is a good read from Tom Garry on the curiously-timed women’s international break. With the WSL season reaching its climax and the weather improving for fans, an 11-day window for up to three international fixtures seems to take the wind out of the domestic league’s sails.