NYC Marathon Draws Record 59,226 Finishers

On November 2, 2025, the TCS New York City Marathon drew a record 59,226 finishers, marking the second consecutive year the event has set the world record for the largest marathon. Runners from 132 countries traversed 26.2 miles through the city's five boroughs, starting on Staten Island and concluding in Central Park, under clear autumn conditions that highlighted elite performances and widespread participation.

Kenyan runner Hellen Obiri claimed victory in the women's open division, crossing the finish line in 2:19:51 to shatter the course record by nearly three minutes, previously held by Margaret Okayo since 2003. The 35-year-old's win marked her second consecutive NYC title and fourth overall World Marathon Major triumph. She powered through the demanding final hills in Central Park, earning $100,000 in prize money plus a $50,000 bonus for the record. In the men's open division, Benson Kipruto, also from Kenya, edged out compatriot Alexander Mutiso in a dramatic photo finish, both clocking 2:08:09. Kipruto prevailed by just 0.03 seconds, the closest margin in the race's history. Albert Korir finished third, 37 seconds behind.

The wheelchair divisions delivered standout...