Reigning champion Benson Kipruto is targeting a historic repeat victory at the New York Marathon as the 2026 edition approaches. The Kenyan runner secured his first New York title in 2025, edging out compatriot Alexander Mutiso in a close finish.
Kipruto's 2025 win marked a breakthrough in the prestigious World Marathon Major. Now, with the 2026 race on the horizon, he has expressed his ambition to become a back-to-back champion, a feat achieved by only a select few in the event's history.
The 2026 New York Marathon is scheduled for November, and Kipruto's preparation will be closely watched as he aims to join the elite group of multiple winners.
