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Obiri Shatters NYC Marathon Record as Kipruto Wins Photo Finish, Kenyans Sweep Podiums

Eliud Kipchoge’s 17th-place finish left his competitive future unanswered.

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.