Andreas Almgren Wins NYC Marathon on Debut with Record-Breaking Finish — image accompanying Marathon Handbook's report. Image accompanying Marathon Handbook’s report; reduced and presented for news commentary with the attributed report. View the complete source report.
Andreas Almgren claimed victory in the New York City Marathon, finishing in 2:06:01. His win came in his first marathon race, beating Italy’s Yemaneberhan Crippa by 13 seconds. Almgren's performance was notable for its strong finish.
Almgren maintained a steady pace through the first half, hitting the halfway mark in 1:04:04. His speed increased in the final kilometers, running the last mile in 4:25. This surge helped him secure the win after the 25-mile mark. Read more culture coverage.
COROS data revealed Almgren's heart rate and cadence increased in the second half. His ground contact time decreased, showing improved efficiency. This data, combined with official splits, highlighted his exceptional closing speed. Related: Andreas Almgren Wins Historic NYC Marathon Debut.
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Almgren's 2:06:01 victory marked the fastest closing stretch in recent history. Andreas Almgren claimed victory in the New York City Marathon, finishing in 2:06:01. His win came in his first marathon race, beating Italy’s Yemaneberhan Crippa by 13 seconds. Almgren's performance was notable for its strong finish.
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Runner World published this brief on November 3, 2026. The underlying Marathon Handbook report was dated November 3, 2026.
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