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Thomas Nobbs, a 26-year-old from Vancouver, completed a 2:09 marathon in Rockland State Park, NY. This time is a three-minute personal best and ranks him fourth in Canadian marathon history.
Nobbs began his running career at seven, winning national youth championships. Despite injuries, his passion for running remained. After university, he focused on longer distances, achieving his best marathon time. Read more everyday miles coverage.
Nobbs will debut in the Abbott World Marathon Majors in Chicago, ranked as Canada's top marathoner. He discusses his journey on The Shakeout Podcast, sharing insights from his 20-year running career. Related: Success Eduan Wins British 200m Title Amidst Midwifery Studies.
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Vancouver runner Thomas Nobbs, 26, sets a personal best in the marathon, becoming Canada's fourth fastest. Thomas Nobbs, a 26-year-old from Vancouver, completed a 2:09 marathon in Rockland State Park, NY. This time is a three-minute personal best and ranks him fourth in Canadian marathon history.
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Runner World published this brief on July 30, 2026. The underlying Canadian Running report was dated July 30, 2026.
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