Synopsis

Since the first New York City Marathon in 1970, this event has grown into the most famous marathons in the world. Now entering its 40th year, the New York City Marathon has witnessed amazing performances and documented remarkable stories of personal triumph and defeat. Featuring over 36,000 athletes from all over the world, all of the participants strive to be part of history as they make their way through the five boroughs of the Big Apple. The race attracts many world class professional athletes, not only for the prize money, but also for the chance to excel before two million cheering spectators and 260 million worldwide television viewers.

The 2009 New York Marathon had its largest field ever with an estimated 42,000 runners. Meb Keflezighi became the first American to win New York’s great race since Alberto Salazar’s victory in 1982. Keflezighi, a 2004 Olympic silver medallist, managed to pull away from the field in the 24th mile and finish with a personal best time of 2:09:15. In the Women’s race, Derartu Tulu of Ethiopia solidified her status as one of the greatest distance runners in history. Tulu, the Olympic gold medallist at 10,000 meters in 1992 and 2000, outran Russia’s Ludmila Petrova in the final half mile, to win her first New York women’s title in 2:28:52.

Date:7 November 2010

Duration:LIVE and 1 x 52min highlights programme

Rights:All media rights

Territories:Worldwide ex US

Venue:Central Park & The 5 Boroughs New York, NY

Format / Aspect Ratio:4:3

Production Company:IMG Sports Media