The 2025 NYC Marathon will take runners on a 26.2 mile route from the start on Staten Island to the finish line inside Central Park.

Few objects embody the endurance of the human spirit better than a medal. This Sunday, when the projected 55,000 breathless souls cross the finishing line of the annual TCS New York City marathon, they will be receive a one-of-a-kind medal to remember this achievement.

Discover the new feature on the 2025 NYC Marathon finisher medal and how it compares to previous years’ iconic designs.

Hellen Obiri of Kenya set a women's course record while countrymate Benson Kipruto won the men's race by less than a second at the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon.

The NYC marathon now prides itself on having “a whole operation” to help the final runners, says Rob Simmelkjaer, the organisation’s boss, including a bicycle-based support squad. Other races reward taking breaks. The Walt Disney World Marathon has chances for photos with costumed characters and even the option to get on a rollercoaster. ■

The lines have been drawn for the upcoming TCS New York City Marathon on Wednesday, as the Big Apple prepares for the world’s largest and most iconic sporting event taking place this weekend. The annual ceremonial painting of the blue line officially began on Oct.