Double comparatives in describing trends or events – D answers

1F Fewer and fewer people are joining in the London Marathon every year.
2A It is gradually ceasing to be the most inclusive sporting event in the world, say its sponsors.
3C This type of event is rapidly becoming the highlight of the year even for many unathletic types.
4B The time taken by participants to complete the run is getting longer and longer.
5E The general standard of fitness seems to be gradually deteriorating despite what people might say.
6G Organisers maintain that it is becoming more and more frequently the case that first-timers under-estimate how much training they ought to do before participating.
7D At a time when people seem to be setting aside more and more money for charities, we can only welcome the funds raised by this event.