The world’s most iconic road race is underway — with Olympic legends, elite runners, and everyday athletes flooding New York’s five boroughs for the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon.
🕒 Live Updates: New York City Marathon 2025
The 2025 New York City Marathon kicked off this morning under clear skies and cool temperatures, drawing over 55,000 runners from around the world.
Among them: the greatest marathoner alive, Eliud Kipchoge, making his first-ever NYC appearance, and Sifan Hassan, fresh off her Sydney Marathon win, returning to chase another title.
Crowds lined the streets of Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Manhattan as the city transformed into the planet’s biggest outdoor stadium.
🗓️ What Time Did the NYC Marathon Start?
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Official Start Time: 8:00 AM ET (Wheelchair Division)
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Professional Women’s Start: 8:40 AM ET
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Professional Men’s & Mass Start: 9:10 AM ET
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Last Wave: 11:00 AM ET
According to the New York Road Runners (NYRR), race-day coverage began at 7:00 AM with live broadcasts across ESPN2, WABC-TV, and multiple streaming platforms.
🗺️ NYC Marathon Route 2025: Borough by Borough
The 26.2-mile course showcases every flavor of New York:
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Staten Island Start: Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge launch — the most picturesque beginning in marathon racing.
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Brooklyn: Flat, fast, and loud — millions cheer from Bay Ridge to Williamsburg.
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Queens: Runners cross the Pulaski Bridge at mile 13.1 — the halfway mark.
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Bronx: Short but spirited — crowd energy peaks at the Willis Avenue Bridge.
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Manhattan Finish: Central Park, where dreams (and quads) are tested.
📍 Elevation gain: roughly 885 feet total, with the steepest climb on the Verrazzano Bridge.
⏱️ Tracking the NYC Marathon: How to Follow Live Results
Fans can track their favorite runners and elite competitors using the official NYRR Tracking App or live split updates via nyrr.org.
The tracker provides:
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Real-time pace data (per kilometer and per mile)
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3-hour marathon pace & 3:30 pace benchmarks
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Predicted finish times
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Live position mapping across all five boroughs
Search by bib number or runner name to get live updates from the course.
🔗 Track now: Official NYC Marathon Tracker — NYRR.org
🏆 Elite Spotlight: Kipchoge vs. Hassan — The Marathon’s Main Storyline
Two global icons headline today’s race:
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Eliud Kipchoge (Kenya): Two-time Olympic gold medalist, world record holder, and arguably the greatest marathoner ever. This marks his first New York City race, completing his run through all six World Marathon Majors.
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Sifan Hassan (Netherlands): Dual Olympic medalist and reigning Sydney Marathon champion, aiming for her second major marathon victory of 2025.
Both athletes have emphasized that NYC’s rolling hills and unpredictable conditions make it one of the toughest courses in the world — but also one of the most emotionally charged.
🧭 How to Watch the NYC Marathon 2025
You can catch the live broadcast and replay through multiple channels:
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TV: ESPN2, WABC-TV (Channel 7 NYC)
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Streaming: ESPN app, Hulu Live, YouTube TV, NYRR website
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Radio: 770 WABC-AM coverage of the race start through the elite finishes
International viewers can stream via Eurosport, BBC Sports, or regional marathon coverage partners.
For on-site spectators, the best viewing spots include:
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Fourth Avenue, Brooklyn (Miles 2–4)
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First Avenue, Manhattan (Miles 16–18)
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Central Park South Finish Line
🏃♀️ Marathon Culture: Why New York Still Rules the Roads
No marathon matches the energy of New York.
From the gospel choirs in Brooklyn to the salsa bands in the Bronx, every step is lined with noise, love, and madness.
For runners chasing a 3-hour marathon pace, NYC is both a challenge and a dream. The city’s elevation gain makes it far from the easiest course, yet its atmosphere propels athletes forward.
Even first-timers — whether running for charity, fitness, or glory — describe it as “the loudest day of your life.”
🍎 Quick Marathon Facts (NYC 2025 Edition)
| Fact | Detail |
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| Total Runners Registered | ~55,000 |
| Countries Represented | 140+ |
| First NYC Marathon Held | 1970 |
| Elevation Gain | ~885 feet |
| Fastest Course Record (Men) | 2:05:06 — Geoffrey Mutai (2011) |
| Fastest Course Record (Women) | 2:22:31 — Margaret Okayo (2003) |
| Average Finishing Time | 4 hours 38 minutes |
🥇 Early Leaderboard (Live Updates)
(Based on NYRR tracker data as of publication time)
| Category | Leader | Nationality | Split (13.1 mi) | Notes |
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| Men’s Elite | Eliud Kipchoge | Kenya | 1:02:47 | Controlled pace, strong lead pack |
| Women’s Elite | Sifan Hassan | Netherlands | 1:09:21 | Surging through Queens |
| Wheelchair Division | Marcel Hug | Switzerland | 00:57:02 | Course record pace |
| U.S. Elite | Conner Mantz | USA | 1:03:30 | Top American position |
(These figures update in real-time on NYRR Tracker.)
⚠️ Editorial Note
This report is based on verified updates from NYRR, ESPN, and official marathon tracking data.
America24HrNews provides ongoing coverage of the NYC Marathon 2025, with live tracking links, athlete updates, and post-race summaries.
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🏅 The Spirit of the City
Whether you’re chasing a personal best, cheering on a friend, or just love the sight of 55,000 determined humans flooding the streets, the New York City Marathon remains a living, breathing anthem of endurance and unity.
As one sign in Brooklyn read this morning:
“Pain is temporary, but pizza is forever.” 🍕
