Benson Kipruto and Hellen Obiri Secure Kenyan Double at New York Marathon - November 2025

Kenya dominated the New York Marathon on Sunday, November 2, 2025, with wins in both the men's and women's races. Benson Kipruto won the men's race in the closest finish in the event's history. In the women's event, Kenya's Hellen Obiri secured victory by setting a new course record. Obiri's performance included a decisive late kick. She finished ahead of fellow Kenyan competitors to seal the victory.