Sheila Chepkirui Wins 2024 NYC Marathon

Kenya's Sheila Chepkirui claimed victory at the 2024 New York City Marathon with a time of 2:24:35, marking her debut in the event. She outpaced defending champion Hellen Obiri, who finished just 14 seconds behind in 2:24:49, while veteran Vivian Cheruiyot completed a Kenyan sweep with a third-place finish at 2:25:21. The race started conservatively, but intense competition emerged as the women approached Central Park, with Chepkirui making a decisive move in the final stretch. In the men's race, Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands won with a time of 2:07:39, narrowly beating Kenya's Evans Chebet by six seconds. Both winners expressed satisfaction with their performances, with Chepkirui hinting at a return next year. The marathon showcased elite talent, with over 50,000 runners participating amidst excellent weather conditions.