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American Marathon Runners Are Faster Than Ever

American women have been breaking the national marathon record this year. Conner Mantz, a 25-year-old from Utah, had a stellar marathon debut. But can they win major races?

By Matthew Futterman

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The Most Recognizable New York Marathoner Returns Home

Yasuhiro Makoshi, 70, is a fixture of New York’s food and running scenes. On Nov. 6, he’ll be running his 36th New York City Marathon, his first as a visitor.

By Jared Beasley

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New York Road Runners’ Next Chairman Once Failing a Doping Test

Nnenna Lynch seems like a perfect candidate to lead the organization that puts on the New York City Marathon — except for a failed drug test and Road Runners’ zero-tolerance policy.

By Matthew Futterman

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For Ukrainian Runners, a Brutal Race Made Sense When Little Else Did

Backyard ultramarathons are grueling, hourslong races. The international team competition, held on Oct. 15, included runners from dozens of nations racing on their home turf, including Ukraine.

By Jared Beasley