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NYC Marathon Marks 50th Anniversary as Andreas Almgren Wins Men's Division

NYC Marathon Marks 50th Anniversary as Andreas Almgren Wins Men's Division
Championships & Races · 08:49:58 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

The 2026 TCS New York City Marathon celebrated its 50th anniversary on November 1, 2026, with Sweden's Andreas Almgren crossing the finish line first in the men's professional division. The race, which traverses all five boroughs of New York City, has grown into a global phenomenon since its inception.

Almgren's victory highlighted the milestone edition of the marathon, which continues to attract elite runners and amateurs from around the world. The event's five-borough course remains a signature feature of one of the world's most prestigious marathons.

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