Overview
- Hellen Obiri won the women’s race in 2:19:51, breaking the course record from 2003 by 2 minutes 40 seconds and finishing ahead of Sharon Lokedi and Sheila Chepkirui.
- Benson Kipruto edged Alexander Mutiso by 0.16 seconds in a photo finish, with both clocked at 2:08:09 and Albert Korir third, sealing a Kenyan sweep of the men’s podium.
- Kenya also swept the women’s podium, reflecting comprehensive dominance in both elite fields on a course known for bridges, rolling hills and a Central Park finish.
- Eliud Kipchoge placed 17th in 2:14:36 in his New York debut, and coverage noted that his long-term racing plans have not been confirmed.
- Roughly 55,000 runners traversed all five boroughs, with live broadcasts reported on ESPN2 and ABC7 in the U.S. and Teledeporte/RTVE Play in Spain, alongside streaming options.