Andreas Almgren won the NYC Marathon on his debut, becoming the first Swede to do so and drawing fresh attention to his racing ascent.
Sweden’s Andreas Almgren has won the men’s New York City Marathon on his debut, finishing in 2:06:01 after a late surge to beat Italy’s Yemaneberhan Crippa by 13 seconds. Kenya’s Sheila Chepkirui defends the women’s title in 2:24:36, edging out USA’s Jessica McClain. Marcel Hug wins the men’s wheelchair race as Catherine Debrunner takes the women’s title.
Rachel Apa, 24, died at the New York City Marathon candidate from rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle condition linked to extreme exertion. She collapsed at Mile 24 in Central Park after sending texts to her father, and died at Mount Sinai Medical Center. Officials highlight endurance risks and the need for hydration and pacing.