Jay Choksi

TCS London Marathon 2026

I'm taking part in the TCS London Marathon as part of #TeamStroke

If you know me, you'll know this next sentence is going to sound like a bad joke: I'm running the London Marathon in 2026. Yes, me. The person who views running, or any form of leg-day exercise as a form of punishment... Let’s be real, my idea of running is more like a sprint to the fridge than an endurance race. However, I'm truly honoured to be given this incredible opportunity to raise money for the Stroke Association. 


So, why am I voluntarily signing up for 26.2 miles of pure torture? The reason involves a little human who has completely reshaped my world: my daughter, Milana. Just over two years ago, our lives turned upside down when Milana, as a newborn, suffered a perinatal stroke. The fear and helplessness were unbearable. 


Beyond Milana’s physical journey, the emotional toll on us has been immense. As parents, the constant worry, endless questions, and fearing the unknown has weighed heavily on our hearts. Milana’s older sister, Maeva, felt the shift in our home’s atmosphere, and our close family shared our anxieties and grief. The months and years that followed have been a ton of appointments, physio and therapies. We have poured all our energy into early intervention, following the guidance from medical professionals and sources like the Stroke Association. Today, we’re grateful for Milana’s development, and her strength and determination to embrace every moment. 


This marathon isn’t just about finishing a ridiculously long run; it’s about raising awareness of strokes, especially in infants and children. The contributions to the Stroke Association play a huge part in their ongoing research and provides the necessary support to individuals and families affected by stroke, giving them the best possible chances of rebuilding their lives. I want other parents, children and affected families to have the best possible chance for care and to rebuild their lives. 


So, as I reluctantly lace up my running shoes, I’m doing it for Milana, and for every child and family touched by stroke. And maybe, just maybe, I’ll discover some hidden passion for running. 


Every donation will make a difference – big or small. Please donate and share this page – I’d hugely appreciate it. As a little thank you, you’ll get the entertainment of my questionable journey through my socials. 


Thank you for helping me make every step count. 

- Jay



I joined #TeamStroke for the TCS London Marathon 2026.

There are over 1.4 million stroke survivors in the UK, with 100,000 strokes happening in the UK each year. That's one stroke every five minutes.

We're here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke. We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke, so we work with the stroke community to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support. We rely on your support to provide vital services, campaign for better stroke care and fund research into preventative and rehabilitative treatments.

My Achievements

Fundraising page set up

Added a profile pic

Made a donation

Shared your page

Hit first milestone

Hit second milestone

Reached 50% of target

Hit final milestone

Reached fundraising target

Thank you to my sponsors

£501

Minal, Maeva & Milana

Every mile you run shows how amazing you are. We will be cheering for you every step of the way! You've got this! 🫶🏽 Love Minal, Maeva & Milana x

£250

Shreya & Jeeten

Good Luck Jay! You have got this!!! Enjoy every moment of the race from all of the supporters rooting for you to an incredible personal achievement whilst raising money for an amazing cause. We’re proud of you!

£150

Preyesh, Bijal, Kyan & Leo

Good luck Jay, you got this!! Raising money for a fantastic cause xx

£100

Nico Beedle

Really impressive that you’re doing it, and for a great cause. Nico x

£58.56

Pankaj Shah

Best wishes to Jay for this incredible challenge on this auspicious day of 1008 Sumtinath Bhagvan garbha kalyanak. Don’t stop till you get enough.

£53.32

Ash & Krish

Wishing you the best of luck, Jay! Incredible cause, and an inspiring challenge. You've got this!!

£53.32

Nav, Jen And Anaia Gudray

Goodluck Jay! You will absolutely smash this. Super proud of you! We will be cheering you on :) Nav , Jen & Anaia xx

£53.32

Suraj, Bhavni & Sayaan

Superdad x

£53.32

Samir, Rupa, Sidd, Sonali, & Kati Shah

We are happy to support such an important cause!

£53.32

Anonymous

£53.32

Zalak Chirag

Good luck on your marathon run, Zalak, Aarna, Reyansh and Chirag

£53.32

Nikesh, Priya & Raef

Well done Jay, such an important cause, wishing you all the best!

£53.32

Shruti Shah

£51

Nisha Gohel

Wishing you all the very best with this incredible challenge. Nisha Dharmesh Sujan and Anuj xx

£50

Selina Khan

Best of luck Jay, you are going to smash this!

£50

Rahul Choksi

Best of luck Jay, go smash it!

£31.51

Sam W

Amazing cause Jay! My very best wishes

£27.05

Meera And Paul

Amazing cause! Best of luck, you’ll smash it :)

£27.05

Meera

Good luck! All the best from us, Meera and Vishaal 🙌

£27.05

Kiran Chaggar

£27.05

Siobhan

Super impressive! Best of luck . Siobhan, Sienna and Erin xxx

£25

Sutchel

£25

Hemal Patel

£25

Ravi & Jenna

Good Luck Jay!! Such a great cause you’re running for! Do your girls proud like you always do!!

£25

Sonia Gosai

All the best jay!! Such a great cause your running for! Jay, sonia, Ishaan and Gianna.

£25

Riya & Krishan

All the best Jay! Hope it all goes well, such an amazing cause💪🙌 Krishan, Riya & Ishaan

£25

Natasha Ghelani

Best of luck Jay!

£25

Manish, Natasha & Kaden!

Good Luck Jay, you’ll smash it no doubt 👍

£25

Aria And Lukey

You can do it Uncle Jay! :)

£21.84

Cathy Hunt

£21.84

Hiten, Praveen And The Boys

All the best, thanks for sharing your family experience and spreading awareness.

£21.84

Rita

Amazing cause wishing you all the best x

£21.84

Prashant Patel

Best of luck on your marathon journey and on the big day, and well done for supporting such an important cause. Smash it, bro! 💪🏼👏🏽 Prash & Nilam

£21.84

Louise Smith

Good luck! 🙌🏼💪🏼 x

£21.84

Hayfa & Adam

Wishing you the best of luck Jay! This is such an incredible cause!

£21.84

Piyal & Rickesh

Good luck Jay!!

£21.84

Hinal, Guppy, Tian & Keya

Good Luck Jay!

£21.84

Sue Cliffe

Good luck Jay. All the best. Sue

£21.36

Prashil Mistry

Good luck bro! Amazing what you’re doing 🫶🏽

£21

Jai

Good luck Jay ! From Jai, Priya, Daniel & Island

£20

Nandini

All the best Jay! You’ve got this :) Sunny, Nandini & Avaani

£20

Anonymous

Great cause, all the best on this brother

£16.56

Saadatu

All the best Jay!

£16.56

Anish Parmar

£15

Davina

Good luck Jay! You’ve got this! Go smash it, Davina, James, Luna and Hattie! Xx

£11.33

Chris Feakes

Good luck Jay, you can Join me on an ultra next year of you're looks ng for another fundraising challenge!

£11.33

Max Eelkema

Let's go! Best of luck!

£11.33

Roshan Zavery

Good luck Jay!

£11.33

Jemini Parmar

£11.33

Nouman Mehmood

Good luck Jay!

£11.33

Mark Horler

Good luck with all the training

£11.33

Nilaa Mandalia

Good luck!

£11

Jeni Rana

£10

Deb Johnstone

Good luck Jay!

£5.99

Ant Marples

Good luck bro 💪