A Thrilling Finish to N.Y.C. Marathon as Kenyans Dominate Elite Races NYT | Top Stories Scott Cacciola 3 November 2025 at 07:35 It was a record-setting day as more than 50,000 athletes packed the streets for the 2025 New York City Marathon. Benson Kipruto and Hellen Obiri triumphed. © Ishika Samant/Getty ImagesHellen Obiri of Kenya became a two-time champion after winning the race.
Kipruto Wins NYC Marathon Men’s Race in One of the Closest Ever Finishes NYT | Top Stories Victor Mather 3 November 2025 at 03:47 Some past New York marathons have been extremely tight. Benson Kipruto’s split-second victory was a photo finish. © Earl Wilson/The New York TimesIn 2005, Paul Tergat defeated Hendrick Ramaala by a mere one second.