Abdi Nageeye NYC Marathon

Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands made history by becoming the first Dutch runner to win the men's title at the New York City Marathon, finishing with a time of 2:07:39. Nageeye, who is a Tokyo Olympic silver medalist, outpaced defending champion Evans Chebet in a thrilling final mile, with Chebet finishing just six seconds behind. In the women's race, Kenya's Sheila Chepkirui won her first marathon in 2:24:35, leading a Kenyan sweep of the podium and finishing ahead of two-time champion Hellen Obiri. Chepkirui's victory marks a significant achievement as she outperformed her competitors in the final stretch, demonstrating her strong training. Both winners will receive $100,000 in prize money for their accomplishments. The marathon showcased a mix of seasoned athletes and newcomers, highlighting the competitive spirit of long-distance running.