Do I still stand a chance in equity research after a failed first degree?

To cut things short, I performed badly and consequently withdrew from my first non-target University here in the UK because of personal and health related issues after three years (failed my second year).
Now I am at a target (the LSE in the UK) but I will graduate at 26.

Will I stand a chance with high marks, good extracurricular activities, a high GMAT (740) , CFA L1 and my own ER reports or will I not even be considered?

Also, is 26 considered too old for an ER associate position?

I want to make the best out of the next three years and I have figured that this site is ideal platform since there are very helpful and intelligent people who have worked or are working in this segment on this forum. Thanks!

 

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