Lopeti Dances Through New York City Marathon
Kiwi-born Tongan runner Elvis Lopeti performed dance routines during the race, drawing attention from spectators and online viewers.
New York City Running News
In New York City, running news means marathon outcomes, track competitions, road race results and participation trends. Reporting explores the sport as a competitive endeavor and as a popular form of recreation.
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November 5, 2026
Lottie Runs New York Marathon With Dylan EfronAuthor and nutritionist Lottie completed the 26.2-mile race while jogging alongside Dylan Efron, according to a social media post.
November 4, 2026
Runner Rachel Apa Dies After Marathon CollapseThe 24-year-old collapsed near the 24-mile mark of the New York City Marathon in Central Park while raising money for Parkinson's research.
November 3, 2026
Dani Reilly Finishes NYC Marathon for Billie's BestiesReilly ran the New York City Marathon in 5 hours, 43 minutes, six months after giving birth, raising money in memory of her daughter.
November 3, 2026
Gravity Media Deploys Robotic Cameras at NYC MarathonTwo SMARThead+ systems were mounted on overhead gantries on the Verrazzano-Narrows bridge to cover the start of the race.
November 3, 2026
Futterman Finishes NYC Marathon Amid Wife's Cancer FightMatthew Futterman completed his 16th New York City Marathon while his wife, Amy, was undergoing treatment for triple-negative breast cancer.
November 3, 2026
Lawrick Finishes NYC Marathon for Cancer HospitalRunner Sheena Lawrick completed the 50th New York City Marathon in 4:43:17 while raising money for Memorial Sloan Kettering.
November 2, 2026
HOMERUN NYC Tags Nike Air Cross Trainer 3 LowNike revives the Air Cross Trainer 3 Low after roughly three years out of syndication, with a HOMERUN NYC collaboration debuting.
November 2, 2026
Matt James Reveals Baby Girl Mid-MarathonThe former Bachelor lead announced his couple's baby gender by popping balloons during the TCS New York City Marathon.
November 2, 2026
Ariana Grande Sends Handwritten Note to Marathon RunnerA personal message from the singer reached a New York City Marathon runner after she finished the 2026 race.
November 2, 2026
Mamdani Hands Out Water at NYC MarathonThe mayor cheered runners near the 13-mile mark in Long Island City during the race's 50th anniversary edition.
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This section follows race results, course records, organizational updates for new events and the growing landscape of recreational running clubs. It reaches across the city and the communities around it where major events alter traffic patterns and public space. The density of the city creates unique logistical hurdles for staging large races compared to other urban centers. Balancing the needs of the event, the host city and the participants is a recurring theme throughout the racing season.