Runners already face a daunting challenge when they line up at the start of a marathon, but increasingly they might find themselves with another obstacle to reckon with: global warming.

Even though I knew the New York City Marathon was one of the most popular in the world, I learned this morning that it was more than just well-attended: a record 59,226 runners crossed the finish line on the Upper West Side, making it the largest marathon in history.

The New York City Marathon made history on Sunday with a course record set in the women’s competition and the closest race ever on the men’s

Education is an endurance sport,” said CEO Eva Moskowitz said before the grueling 26.2 miles trek through the five boroughs.

The 2025 New York City Marathon will take place on Sunday, with fans from all over the globe converging on the city for one of the most popular races in the world.

Former President Bill Clinton attended the New York City Marathon with a visible bandage covering his nose, continuing his history of health issues.

M ARATHON – Marathon senior track sensation Chris Marcell has long waited for his opportunity to call himself a Division 1 athlete, but no longer. Fresh off tossing the second furthest discus throw in the history of the nation, Marcell is out of the recruiting cycle, committing to the SEC’s Oklahoma track and field program.

New York will say farewell to one of the most celebrated long-distance runners of all time as Eliud Kipchoge prepares for his final competitive marathon.