Overview

• A record 6,500 runners competed in the marathon, and the half marathon hit its 14,000-participant cap, according to organizers.
• The race began and ended on Shoreline Drive with a 5:30 a.m. gun to beat the heat and ease on-course safety concerns.
• The course showcased city landmarks, including The Pike at Rainbow Harbor, the Queensway Bridge by the Queen Mary, Belmont Shore, Marine Stadium, Colorado Lagoon, and a loop through Cal State Long Beach.
• Runners from 32 nations took part, race publicist Dan Cruz said.
• Kenny Williams continued his streak by entering his 41st consecutive Long Beach Marathon, and six other entrants maintained unbroken race-weekend participation.