New York City Marathon 2026 features major prize pool and elite athletes

The TCS New York City Marathon is scheduled for November 1, 2026, featuring a total prize pool exceeding $500,000. The top two finishers in both the men’s and women’s races will each receive $100,000, while third place earns $40,000. Prizes extend down to the tenth-place finishers.

The elite field includes defending champion Benson Kipruto and several notable competitors such as Deresa Geleta, Abdi Nageeye, and Yeman Crippa. In the women’s race, Hellen Obiri will defend her title against a field including Sheila Chepkirui and Giovanna Epis.

Italian athletes Yeman Crippa and Giovanna Epis are among the prominent participants. Crippa will be competing in his first New York City Marathon, while Epis makes her debut in the event following recent strong performances in European competitions.