Marathon runners will flood the streets of New York City in less than two days, on Sunday, Nov. 2. The global sporting event welcomes athletes from around the world to run across the city’s five boroughs — the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island.

Hosted by the New York-based nonprofit New York Road Runners in partnership with more than 600 charity organizations, including the American Red Cross, The Fresh Air Fund and PAWS NY, the NYC Marathon is a celebration of unity and diversity — and a major economic driver for the city.

“Whether it's a young athlete crossing their first finish line or an older adult finding community through movement, New York Road Runners is helping people of all ages and backgrounds discover the transformative power of running. And, collectively,

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