Over 25,000 Runners Participate in the 39th Los Angeles Marathon
Dominic Kipyegon Ngeno and Stacy Ndiwa clinch victories in a race that highlights diversity and inclusivity.
- The 39th Los Angeles Marathon saw over 25,000 participants running a 26.2-mile course from Dodger Stadium to Century City, passing iconic landmarks.
- Dominic Kipyegon Ngeno and Stacy Ndiwa emerged as the race winners among men and women respectively, with Ndiwa defending her title from the previous year.
- The event attracted participants from all 50 states and over 70 countries, showcasing a diverse field of competitors.
- Special divisions for wheelchair and handcycle racers highlighted the inclusivity of the marathon, with Francisco Sanclemente winning the wheelchair category.
- The marathon served as a unifying event for Los Angeles, with Mayor Karen Bass praising it as a display of unity and an opportunity to appreciate the city's beauty.