Obiri Sets Women’s NYC Marathon Course Record, Kipruto Wins Men’s Race by a Fraction of a Second

Obiri Sets Women’s NYC Marathon Course Record, Kipruto Wins Men’s Race by a Fraction of a Second
Hellen Obiri celebrates winning first place in the women's elite division of the New York City Marathon, Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, in New York. Angelina Katsanis/AP Photo
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NEW YORK—The New York City Marathon made history on Sunday with a course record set in the women’s competition and the closest race ever on the men’s side, which was decided by a fraction of a second.

Hellen Obiri of Kenya broke the women’s record while compatriot Benson Kipruto won the men’s race by edging Alexander Mutiso by three-hundredths of a second.