Sydney Marathon officially joins an elite club with NYC and London marathons, while Abdi Nageeye and Sheila Chepkirui claim the NYC crown!
The running world is buzzing with excitement as the Sydney Marathon has officially joined the prestigious Abbott World Marathon Majors, a club that includes renowned races like New York, London, Tokyo, and Berlin! After a rigorous three-year candidacy period, the announcement came after a record-breaking attendance at the recent marathon, where a whopping 25,000 enthusiastic runners took to the scenic streets of Sydney. This elevation not only highlights the incredible growth of the event but also places a spotlight on Australia as a bustling hub for distance running.
Meanwhile, across the globe in New York City, the TCS New York City Marathon had its own set of thrilling dramas. Abdi Nageeye from the Netherlands sprinted past his competitors, clinching his first NYC marathon title with a remarkable time of 2:07:39. He was not alone in his triumph as Sheila Chepkirui from Kenya emerged victorious in the women's race, finishing strong with a time of 2:24:35. Both racers showcased their elite endurance and speed, making it a race to remember for fans and participants alike.
The 2024 NYC Marathon wasn’t just about the elite runners; it also marked a historic moment in wheelchair racing. For the first time ever, both the men's and women's wheelchair events were claimed by American racers, setting the stage for more thrilling competition in the future. It’s clear that the marathon spirit is alive and well in the Big Apple, as Conner Mantz led the American men and Sara Vaughn surged up the ranks to keep the energy soaring.
As Sydney steps into the world of major marathons, it promises to draw top-tier athletes seeking to compete at the highest level. The addition of the Sydney Marathon as a member of the World Marathon Majors is expected to make it an epic event on the global racing calendar. With its beautiful scenery and enthusiastic local support, it's about to become a must-run for both international elites and local legends.
Did you know? The NYC Marathon is one of the largest marathons in the world, with a history dating back to 1970! Additionally, with the rise of the Sydney Marathon, Australia now has its feet firmly planted on the world marathon stage, making it the first Southern Hemisphere event in this elite group! Marathon running, it seems, has no borders!
The milestone follows a three-year candidacy period and a record-breaking Sydney Marathon a few weeks ago where 25000 runners participated.
New York City marathon top winners will each earn six figures for outpacing their competitors in the race Sunday.
Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands and Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya won the 2024 TCS New York City Marathon men's and women's races.
The top Americans finished sixth in both races. Conner Mantz led the men and Sara Vaughn the women. Vaughn was in the lead group heading into Mile 20 when ...
Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya won the 2024 women's race, finishing in 2 hours, 24 minutes and 35 seconds. It was her first time running the New York City Marathon.
Abdi Nageeye and Sheila Chepkirui outkicked their rivals to triumph at the TCS New York City Marathon.
Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands won the men's race at the New York City Marathon on Sunday, and Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya took the women's event.
It's the first time in the history of the race that both the men's and women's wheelchair events were won by Americans.
Australia's biggest marathon is now set to become one of the world's most prestigious after being elevated to the pinnacle of global distance events.
Abdi Nageeye, 35, from the Netherlands, finished first in the men's race with a time of 2:07:39. Meanwhile, Seila Chepkirui, 33, from Kenya, claimed victory ...
An elite club of marathons now has its first southern hemisphere event in a decision set to attract the world's best to the Sydney Marathon.
The Sydney Marathon has been confirmed as the seventh member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Photo: Steve Markham/AAP PHOTOS.
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Abdi Nageeye outlasted 2022 champion Evans Chebet to win the men's 2024 New York City Marathon. Sheila Chepkirui won the women's race.
Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands won the men's race at the New York City Marathon on Sunday and Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya took the women's event.
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The people of Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, take the medal for the loudest, longest throng. Tip of the cap to them.
The Sydney Marathon has joined the ranks of New York, Boston, Chicago, London, Berlin and Tokyo, receiving a designation reserved for the most elite races ...
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There was a changing of the guard at the 2024 New York City Marathon on Sunday. While the reigning champions were in both the women's and men's fields, ...
Athletics - 2024 TCS New York City Marathon - New York, United States - November 3, 2024 General view as runners cross the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge during ...
Dutchman Abdi Nageeye and Kenyan Sheila Chepkirui pulled away from more accomplished runners in the last half mile to win their first major marathon titles ...
The 2022 champion Evans Chebet had victory within his reach until the final 400 meters, when Nageeye pulled away, and the Kenyan settled for second in 2:07:45, ...
The New York City Marathon on Sunday broke the record for the world's largest marathon, with 55646 runners crossing the finish line in Central Park, ...