Obiri, Kipruto to headline historic 50th New York City Marathon
Kenya’s Hellen Obiri and Benson Kipruto will return to defend their titles at the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, New York Road Runners announced Wednesday, as the race marks its 50th anniversary since adopting the iconic five-borough course. The professional field, unveiled for the November 1 race, features three defending champions, Obiri, Kipruto and […] The post Obiri, Kipruto to headline…
Kenya's Hellen Obiri and Benson Kipruto are set to defend their titles at the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, marking the race's 50th anniversary. The professional field for the November 1 event includes three defending champions, Obiri, Kipruto and world-record holder Marcel Hug, alongside 40 Olympians, Paralympians, and 25 medalists from various competitions.
Obiri, who broke the women's course record last year, aims to join a select club of marathon legends with a third title. Kipruto, who won his debut in 2025, faces a strong field and acknowledges the unique atmosphere of New York. The race will see nearly 60,000 participants and celebrates 50 years since the introduction of a professional elite field.
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