NYC Marathon Route Changes For The First Time in 15 Years
The New York City Marathon is among the city’s largest events. New York Road Runners is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the five-borough course this year. It debuted on Oct. 24, 1976. This year’s race is set for Sunday, Nov. 1, kicking off on Staten Island at 8 a.m. The scale of this event results […]
The Day Obiri Conquered the New York Marathon
On November 2, 2025, Hellen Obiri made history at the New York Marathon. She crossed the finish line in 2 hours, 19 minutes and 51 seconds, setting a new women’s course record. Obiri’s win was incredible, especially considering she also won the race in 2023. She ran with 2022 winner Sharon Lokedi most of the way until she moved ahead of her during the final […]
Baltimore Woman Who Lost Her Sight Completes New York City Marathon
A 66-year-old woman from Baltimore who was declared legally blind has completed the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon. Jackie King ran alongside a volunteer guide from the Achilles International Baltimore chapter despite losing her vision due to a rare inherited disease. King was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa which is a condition where vision starts […]
