Final Elite Field Revealed for 2025 TCS New York City Marathon
New York City, October 2025 — The stage is set for one of the most anticipated road races of the year as the New York Road Runners (NYRR) have officially unveiled the final elite field for the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon, scheduled for Sunday, November 2. This year’s lineup promises a thrilling mix of defending champions, Olympic medalists, and rising international stars.
A Star-Studded Men’s Field
Leading the men’s professional race is Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands, who returns to defend his 2024 title. He’ll face stiff competition from a formidable lineup that includes Kenya’s Evans Chebet and Benson Kipruto, Ethiopia’s Deresa Geleta, and Bahrain’s Alexander Mutiso.
Adding even more excitement, Eliud Kipchoge, the two-time Olympic marathon champion and world record holder, will make a rare appearance on the streets of New York. Known for his dominance in Berlin and London, Kipchoge’s entry into the undulating and tactical New York course is seen as one of the biggest stories of this year’s race.
Women’s Field Set for a Showdown
On the women’s side, defending champion Sharon Lokedi of Kenya will look to hold off compatriot Hellen Obiri, setting up a much-anticipated showdown between two of the sport’s most talented marathoners. Both women are former champions in New York and come into the race in stellar form after strong spring marathon campaigns.
Adding depth to the women’s field is Dutch superstar Sifan Hassan, who continues to blur the lines between track and road dominance. After her dazzling victories in both marathons and track events, Hassan’s New York return adds yet another layer of intrigue to an already elite group.
A Global Gathering of Champions
The 2025 field features athletes from 20 countries, including nine former New York champions, underscoring the global prestige of the event. With its challenging course that winds through all five boroughs, the New York City Marathon remains one of the toughest and most prestigious titles in distance running.
Despite its reputation as a course resistant to world records, the level of talent assembled this year suggests fans could witness one of the most competitive and tactically rich editions in recent memory.
Race Day Anticipation
With past champions, world record holders, and Olympic heroes all converging on the Big Apple, the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon is shaping up to be a classic. As thousands of amateur runners chase their own finish-line dreams, the elite battles up front promise to make this a race for the ages.