Andreas Almgren claimed victory in his marathon debut at the 2026 New York City Marathon on Sunday, while Sheila Chepkirui added another win to her resume in the women's race.
The Swedish runner Almgren, a noted track specialist, navigated the five-borough course to finish first in the men's division. Chepkirui, a Kenyan distance star, secured her second major marathon title of the year with a strong performance in the women's field.
The race took place on November 1, 2026, under typical autumn conditions in New York. Both winners earned their first NYC Marathon crowns, with Almgren making an immediate impact in his first attempt at the 26.2-mile distance.
