The 2025 New York City Marathon once again lived up to its reputation as one of the world’s most celebrated sporting events, bringing together tens of thousands of runners, millions of spectators, and record-breaking performances across multiple categories.
Winners and Records
Kenya’s Hellen Obiri captured global attention by setting a new women’s course record of 2:19:51, surpassing the previous mark by nearly a full minute. Obiri’s precision pacing and powerful final surge through Central Park secured her second consecutive New York victory.
In the men’s division, fellow Kenyan Benson Kipruto triumphed in 2:08:32, edging out his compatriot Albert Korir in a thrilling finish decided by less than 15 seconds — one of the closest in recent marathon history.
Disability Classifications
The event also celebrated outstanding performances in the wheelchair and para-athletic divisions:
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Men’s wheelchair race: Daniel Romanchuk (USA) won with a time of 1:36:15, reclaiming his title.
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Women’s wheelchair race: Catherine Debrunner (Switzerland) dominated with 1:43:28, setting a new personal best.
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Handcycle division: Record participation with over 500 athletes competing across adaptive sports categories.
Participation and Global Reach
This year’s marathon saw more than 50,000 runners from 140 countries, reaffirming its place as a symbol of endurance and unity. The event traversed all five boroughs of New York — Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Manhattan — with millions cheering along the route.
Key Numbers
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50,342 runners crossed the starting line
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2:19:51 — new women’s course record (Hellen Obiri, Kenya)
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140+ countries represented
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1,200,000+ spectators along the route
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$900,000 in total prize money distributed across all divisions
Event Highlight
“Every step in New York is powered by energy, culture, and humanity,” said Obiri post-race. “This city makes you run with your heart, not just your legs.”
