There is no marathon like the one in New York, so say those who have ever run through the streets of the metropolis, which every first Sunday of November is imbued with a unique magnetism. It is not the one with the best world records - its course is not as flat as Berlin or London - nor is it the oldest, but many marathoners, also amateurs, do not feel their dreams fulfilled until they run in New York.
After the Berlin Marathon - where Assefa broke the women's world record - and Chicago - where Kiptum ousted Kipchoge from the lead of the world ranking - New York presents its best roster of athletes in the women's category (the start will be at 13.40 hours), although the Olympic champion, Peres Jepchirchir, is a last-minute doubt due to unexpected physical discomfort.
Among his main rivals, Letesenbet Gidey, world record holder in the 10,000 and half marathon. Her first foray into the 42.195 kilometers, in Valencia, was the fastest debut in history, with 2.16:49. Now she returns to the distance in New York.
The winner of the last edition, Sharon Lokedi, who returns to the streets of New York where she triumphed last year, will also be there. The Kenyan will have a special support in this race, that of her mother, who plans to wait for her at the finish line for the first time. "I'm ready to compete and just have fun," she said.
Along with Lokedi, Brigid Kosgei also stands out, with five majors under her belt, the last one in Tokyo. With a best of 2.14:04 in Chicago 2019, she hopes to regain the world record soon, although it is difficult to happen in the Big Apple. With her and Obiri, a spectacular women's line-up closes in New York.
Geremew, Chebet and Cheserek, in the men's race
The men's race (the start will be at 2:05 pm) will feature, among other athletes, the Ethiopian Mosinet Geremew, world runner-up in the distance. He has a personal best of 2.02:55 and is the athlete with the best record at the start in New York. His rival will be, among others, the Kenyan Evans Chebet, who defends last year's victory in the Big Apple.
For his part, Edward Cheserek makes his debut in the distance in the Big Apple. But he arrives backed by the 'help' of Kelvin Kiptum, with whom he has been training in recent weeks. "When we were training together, he used to tell me, 'I think you can do well in the marathon, so hang in there and it will be fine,'" Cheserek said.
Where to watch the New York City Marathon on television?
In Spain, the race can be followed on Teledeporte almost in its entirety, although it will be broadcast in its entirety on RTVE Play. In the UK, you can watch the 2023 New York Marathon on Eurosport and its streaming arm Discovery+. You can also follow all the information on MARCA.com. The women's start will be at 13:40 CET and the men's at 14:05.
New York Marathon course
The New York City Marathon course starts at the Verrazano Bridge and ends in Central Park. It crosses the five city boroughs of Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Manhattan with a fairly tough course due to the various ups and downs it has.
How much do the winners of the New York City Marathon get?
According to the prize distribution of the New York Marathon, the winners will receive a prize of $100,000, while the runner-up will receive $60,000. The third place winner will receive $40,000.
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