Two-time Olympic champion and former world record holder Eliud Kipchoge is set to debut at the 2025 New York City Marathon on September 2, aiming for another significant victory. This marks Kipchoge's first appearance in the NYC Marathon, following recent races in Sydney and London.

• Kipchoge, turning 41 shortly after the race, expressed readiness: "I am ready for the 2025 New York City Marathon. I'm prepared and looking forward to it. The main target in New York is to run a good race."
• His mission extends beyond running, focusing on mentoring young male athletes and advocating for sports administrators to address societal problems affecting athletes through his role at the National Olympic Committee of Kenya.
• Kipchoge has secured World Marathon Major titles in Chicago (one), Berlin (five), London (four), and Tokyo (one).