The New York Marathon saw former cycling and football champions tackle the 42-kilometer New York course.
The New York Marathon, regarded as one of the final major races of the year for elite runners, welcomed over 60,000 participants on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Within the dense and noisy crowd of runners, old glories from the sporting world decided to take on the most emblematic physical challenge in running. This annual edition provided a unique opportunity to see the worlds of professional cycling and international football converge.
Former time trial world champion Tom Dumoulin caused a stir as he crossed the finish line. The Dutchman, crowned in 2017, demonstrated remarkable adaptation to the discipline of running, posting an impressive time that surprised sports observers. His presence at the start illustrated the determination of high-level athletes to push their limits, even after transitioning to another discipline.
The world of football was not left out, with the notable participation of Anthony Mounier and James Milner. These former legends of European pitch grass chose to run among the thousands of New Yorkers and tourists from around the world. Their passage attracted the attention of spectators and highlighted the status of sporting icons they retain, far beyond their playing fields.
Beyond individual athletic performance, this event highlights the ability of these athletes to manage the transition between two disciplines with distinct physiological demands. The New York Marathon, with its unique urban course through the five boroughs of Manhattan, offers a spectacular backdrop that magnifies the effort of runners, whether they are anonymous or famous. This coexistence between stars and amateurs underscores the universal essence of this race.
For the organizers, hosting such prestigious names helps to enhance the value of the event and highlight the diversity of the participants' profiles. The New York Marathon remains a global showcase where sport and spectacle are closely intertwined, offering television viewers and the curious exciting moments marked by the perseverance and endurance of these converted champions.
Former time trial world champion Tom Dumoulin caused a stir as he crossed the finish line. The Dutchman, crowned in 2017, demonstrated remarkable adaptation to the discipline of running, posting an impressive time that surprised sports observers. His presence at the start illustrated the determination of high-level athletes to push their limits, even after transitioning to another discipline.
The world of football was not left out, with the notable participation of Anthony Mounier and James Milner. These former legends of European pitch grass chose to run among the thousands of New Yorkers and tourists from around the world. Their passage attracted the attention of spectators and highlighted the status of sporting icons they retain, far beyond their playing fields.
Beyond individual athletic performance, this event highlights the ability of these athletes to manage the transition between two disciplines with distinct physiological demands. The New York Marathon, with its unique urban course through the five boroughs of Manhattan, offers a spectacular backdrop that magnifies the effort of runners, whether they are anonymous or famous. This coexistence between stars and amateurs underscores the universal essence of this race.
For the organizers, hosting such prestigious names helps to enhance the value of the event and highlight the diversity of the participants' profiles. The New York Marathon remains a global showcase where sport and spectacle are closely intertwined, offering television viewers and the curious exciting moments marked by the perseverance and endurance of these converted champions.
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Source: Ouest-France