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Hellen Obiri unfazed by Ruth Chepngetich world record: ‘Fast times don’t scare me, I’m the best’

NEW YORK MARATHON 2024: The Kenyan runner speaks to Jack Rathborn ahead of this weekend’s New York Marathon about the evolution of women’s marathon running following Chepngetich’s world record at the Chicago Marathon last month

The Independent UK

Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich sets women's world record at Chicago Marathon

Kenyan athletics chiefs were on Monday basking in the glory of another marathon world record for one of their long distance runners after Ruth Chepngetich shaved nearly two minutes off the previous high in the women's race at Sunday's Chicago Marathon.

Radio France Internationale

Ruth Chepngetich Breaks Women's Marathon World Record In Chicago

Ruth Chepngetich and John Korir shine at Chicago Marathon, honoring late record-breaker Kelvin Kiptum.

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How to watch Chicago Marathon 2024: live stream race online from anywhere now

Will we see records tumble again in the Windy City today? Here's how to watch 2024 Chicago Marathon live streams wherever you are and for free.

Tom’s Guide

50,000 runners expected to cross finish line in 2024 Chicago Marathon

The record-breaking field was announced by marathon organizers Thursday, the same day runners who entered the marathon’s drawing find out their selection status.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘One in a million’ marathon runner did not expect to make history at the finish line

Evanston resident Allison Naval signed up for the Chicago Marathon earlier in the year — thinking she would finally get to cross something off of her bucket list.

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‘Go random stranger!’ and other spectator signs at the Chicago Marathon

From Taylor Swift references to digs at Donald Trump, Chicago marathon spectators got creative with their encouragement.

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Crowds, signs help runners push through second half of Chicago Marathon

Loud whoops and clever signs kept runners going around the halfway point of Sunday’s Chicago Marathon.

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World record set, course records broken at 45th Chicago Marathon

Kelvin Kiptum, 23, of Kenya, set a world record in the men’s division, finishing in 2:00:36. Sifan Hassan set a course record in the women’s division, in only her second-ever marathon.

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Familiarity brings out competitive side at the Chicago Marathon

Kelvin Kiptum knows there’s pressure on him, but he invites it. He’s just trying to remain focused on Sunday.

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Chicago Marathon participants find solace in running

Though many compete in this event with the Olympics at the forefront of their mind, the Chicago Marathon provides people an opportunity to feel a sense of accomplishment through completing the race.

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Chicago Marathon spectators’ mile-by-mile watching guide — all you need to know

Use our map and recommendations for each mile marker to help you stake out your perfect viewing perch, from nearby L stops to where to eat or grab coffee.

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The Chicago Marathon showcases the ‘Soul of Chicago’

One-third of the runners participating are from different countries and on Sunday, the millionth runner will cross the finish line in Grant Park. Those competing will have a shared experience that bonds them together.

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Chicago Marathon 2023: Where to watch, course map and more

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon returns to the city Sunday, Oct. 8.

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This year’s Chicago Marathon could be the biggest ever

More than 47,000 runners are registered for the Oct. 8 race, a sizable field that could blow past the 2019 record.

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NASCAR’s not the first to use Chicago as a sports arena, venue

As the NASCAR drivers take to Chicago’s streets, we remember other times this city has opened its roadways to provide a venue for national and local sports events.

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Boston becomes latest major marathon to debut nonbinary category

The Chicago Marathon added a nonbinary division in the fall. So has the London Marathon, which is Sunday.

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On this day in 2002: Paula Radcliffe wins Chicago Marathon in world record time

The Briton took 89 seconds off the previous marker

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Marathon runners celebrate identity — and going the distance: ‘If you finish, you’re doing something special’

With a new nonbinary division and a strong draw of international and local participants, the Chicago Marathon united a diverse group through athletic accomplishment.

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Benson Kipruto, Ruth Chepngetich win 2022 Chicago Marathon

Emily Sisson finished second and set a record for an American woman.

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Emily Sisson sets a record for American women at the Chicago Marathon

Benson Kipruto of Kenya was first in the men's division while Ruth Chepngetich, also of Kenya, led the women's division. Sisson finished second.

The Hindu

Kenya's Chepngetich, Kipruto cruise to victory in Chicago Marathon

American Emily Sisson finished second in 2:18:29 and Kenyan Vivian Jerono Kiplagat third

AFP

Chepngetich runs second fastest women's marathon to win in Chicago

Chicago (AFP) - Ruth Chepngetich ran the second fastest women's marathon of all time to defend her women's title Sunday at the Chicago Marathon, where fellow Kenyan Benson Kipruto took the men's crown.

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Chicago Marathon 2022: Live stream and TV coverage times for Sunday’s race

The marathon’s back. Here’s how to tune in.

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Chicago Marathon survival guide: Everything you need to know about Sunday’s race

Here’s how you can watch in person or from your couch, track a runner, plus tips on how to successfully maneuver around the city during the marathon Sunday.

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