Bay to Breakers 2020 Results: Men and Women's Top Finishers and Best Photos
Oct 2, 2020
The San Francisco skyline is seen shortly after sunrise behind the Golden Gate Bridge Tuesday, March 17, 2020, in Sausalito, Calif. About 7 million people in the San Francisco Bay Area woke up Tuesday to nearly empty highways, shuttered stores and vacant streets after officials issued an order for residents to shelter at their homes and only leave for
Somewhere, Jason Karbelk and Sarah Anderson are staging their own celebrations after posting the fastest times in the men's and women's division, respectively, in this year's Bay to Breakers.
Karbelk narrowly edged out Justin Hall for first place in theoverall competition.
Top Finishers—Men
1. Jason Karbelk, 40:20
2. Justin Hall, 40:40
3. Christopher Guerrero, 43:52
4. Charles Mullane, 44:07
5. Steven Rathel, 45:00
Top Finishers—Women
1. Sarah Anderson, 47:55
2. Monika Whitfield, 48:55
3. Honey-Lou Timonera, 49:27
4. Clara Oden, 50:13
5. Emily Lewis, 50:52
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, race officials originally pushed the event to September before finally deciding to adopt a virtual format.
The route traditionally starts at the intersection of Howard and Main St. and goes west through San Francisco, ending on the Great Highway. In addition to a jaunt around downtown, runners traverse Golden Gate Park before reaching the conclusion.
Starting Sept. 20, participants had the opportunity to complete the 12-kilometer run on their own terms. The deadline expired Friday at 8 a.m. PT.
Runners uploaded their times and shared photos upon crossing the "finish line" as well.
We've seen some pretty KOOKY costumes during the 12 Days of Running Weird! It's now Day 10 and you officially have less than 72 hours to show us your most epic costume.
The Bay to Breakers is far from the only notable race to be adversely impacted by the pandemic. For the first time in 124 years, the Boston Marathon had to scrap its plans for the annual showcase. The New York Marathon met the same fate.
Bay to Breakers 2020: Route, Course Map, Times, Road Closures and Event Details
Sep 18, 2020
San Francisco's Bay to Breakers road race began in 1912 as a way to unify the city after a devastating earthquake hit the city in 1906—and more than a century later, the event will go on amid the coronavirus pandemic.
After being postponed until September before being canceled because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 109th edition of the race will be held virtually, with runners instructed to log the 12-kilometer distance (nearly 7.5 miles) within a 12-day period. Registrants will receive a hoodie, race shirt, medal and bib number shipped to their door, and sign-ups for the race are still open with a $49 price tag.
Typically, prizes are awarded to top finishers in each age group and overall, but there will be no awards this year, which means the Bay to Breakers race is all about fun and tradition. Racers are still encouraged to dress up in costumes, as is customary, with past competitors assuming the identity of emojis, grapes, and even the Golden Gate Bridge.
Here's everything to know about this unique version of Bay to Breakers.
Route
Typically, the race begins at the intersection of Howard and Main St. in northeast San Francisco, continues through downtown and Golden Gate Park to the finish line on Great Highway along the Pacific Ocean. Amap of the traditional coursecan be found on the Bay to Breakers website.
This year, with the race being completed anywhere in the contiguous United States, the race website recommends plotting a course "that will surprise the most neighbors."
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The beauty of this year's Bay to Breakers? The 7.5-mile distance can be completed anywhere in the contiguous United States and at any point over the 12-day race period, which runs from Sept. 20 at 8 a.m. PST to Oct. 2 at 8 a.m. PST. Feel like running five miles Sunday, a quarter-mile Tuesday, and finishing up Oct. 1? Go for it.
To earn a Bay to Breakers participation pack, racers will need to track their distance and time using a fitness watch, stopwatch or app on their phone, such as Strava, Under Armour, Google Fit or Apple Health, and upload their results in one go.
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Road Closures
The race usually results in road closures across downtown San Francisco from as early as 7 p.m. PST the night before. This year, with no official route, locals should practice the usual caution of watching out for costumed runners over the next few days.
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The weather looks clear in San Francisco over the next few weeks, with no rain in the forecast and temperatures in the high-60s and low-70s, per AccuWeather. However, Mike Nicco of ABC 7 reports that air quality throughout the Bay Area will drop over the weekend as wildfire smoke returns to the region after a few clearer days.
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In 2019, Gabriel Geay of Tanzania was the first to cross the finish line with a time of 35 minutes, 1 second. In the women's division, Kenyan distance runner Caroline Rotich was the champion with her time of 39 minutes, 28 seconds.
LA Marathon 2020: Route, Course Map, Times, Road Closures and Event Details
Mar 6, 2020
Los Angeles Marathon Elite Women runners race past the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles Sunday, March 18, 2018. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)
From Dodger Stadium to Hollywood to the Santa Monica Pier, Los Angeles will be on full display this weekend.
On Sunday, the 35th annual Los Angeles Marathon takes place as more than 27,000 participants from all 50 states and more than 78 countries will run through the streets of the city in a 26.219-mile race. The event started in 1986 and stemmed from the success of the 1984 Olympics, which took place in L.A.
Over the years, the marathon route has been adapted into a "Stadium to the Sea" format, as the race begins at Dodger Stadium, takes runners past many major landmarks of the city and ends near the Santa Monica Pier.
Here's everything you need to know about this year's Los Angeles Marathon.
There will be a mix of experienced marathon runners, novices and first-timers in the field, as to be expected with an event of this size. All will be hoping to cross the finish line at the intersection of Ocean Avenue and California Avenue.
Last year, Elisha Barno of Kenya won the men's race with a time of two hours, 11 minutes and 46 seconds. The men's course record was set in 2011 when Markos Geneti of Ethiopia finished in 2:06:35.
The women's course record was set in last year's race. Askale Marachi of Ethiopia completed the race in 2:24:11, breaking the previous mark of 2:25:10 that was set by Russia's Lidiya Grigoryeva in 2006.
Participants in the race must be at least 16 years old. There will also be commemorative awards handed out to the top three finishers in each age division. Every participant who finishes the race will receive a commemorative medal.
While many people who attend the Los Angeles Marathon are there to run the race, there will also be plenty of supporters and fans watching the event and cheering on those who are participating.
That will culminate at the finish line, as the Finish Festival will take place at the Third Street Promenade, which is located between Santa Monica and Wilshire. The festival will feature a beer garden, music and entertainment as runners and supporters celebrate the conclusion of the marathon.
If you need any more information about the race before Sunday, everything can be found at LAmarathon.com.
Arnold Sports Festival 2020: Dates, Event Schedule and More for Arnold Classic
Mar 4, 2020
Egyptian bodybuilder Mamdouh Elssbiay, aka Big Ramy, poses on stage during a competition at the Arnold Classic Brazil 2015 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on May 30, 2015. The 3rd annual multi-disciplinary sports competition is named after Austrian-American actor, politician and former bodybuilder Arnold Schwarzenegger. AFP PHOTO / YASUYOSHI CHIBA (Photo credit should read YASUYOSHI CHIBA/AFP via Getty Images)
Defending champion Brandon Curry isn't among those slated to compete at the 2020 Arnold Sports Classic when the landmark bodybuilding tournament begins on Saturday.
The absence of the 37-year-old will open the door for a new titleholder when the competition gets underway at the Columbus Convention Center in Battelle Grand, Ohio.
Prejudging will begin at 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET/5 p.m. to 9 p.m. GMT, on Saturday, March 7, and the finals will follow from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET/12 a.m. to 3 a.m. (Sunday) GMT, according to the event's official website.
2020 Participants
Morgan Aste
Lionel Beyeke
William Bonac
Maxx Charles
Nathan De Asha
Mamdouh "Big Ramy" Elssbiay
Dexter Jackson
Johnnie Jackson
Steve Kuclo
Josh Lenartowicz
Victor Martinez
Cedric McMillan
Patrick Moore
Sergio Oliva Jr.
Akim Williams
William Bonac will hope to take advantage of Curry's absence and repeat his victory from 2018. Meanwhile, five-time champion Dexter Jackson is also on the competitors list, with the 50-year-old keen to prove he's still got what it takes to win the title again.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 17: William Bonac of the Netherlands poses during the Arnold Classic Pro Show during the Arnold Sports Festival Australia at The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on March 17, 2018 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by
One of the other contenders to watch is Mamdouh "Big Ramy" Elssbiay, whose massive frame may sway judges this year. The 35-year-old will be making his first appearance in Columbus and will surely generate buzz ahead of the finals.
Bonac must fancy his chances of going one better now familiar foe Curry is not involved. The titleholder finished ahead of "The Conqueror" at both the Classic and Mr. Olympia in 2019, per Roger Lockridge of the competition's official website.
It could be third-time lucky for the Ghanaian, whom Lockridge noted "is one of the shorter competitors in the lineup but showcases well-developed muscle from head to toe."
Dexter Jackson will surely be the most likely to leave Bonac disappointed. He was second to the latter two years ago, and "The Blade" knows what it takes to impress the judges.
MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 14: Dexter Jackson of the USA celebrates after winning the Arnold Classic Australia at The Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on March 14, 2015 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)
Experience aside, the illustrious competitor from Jacksonville, Florida, faces some other daunting challenges this year, with Generation Iron noting "he'll have to overcome the bicep injury that held him back at last year's show and perhaps give the posing performance of his career."
There will be similar pressure on Big Ramy, whose focus will be on recovering from finishing sixth at the Olympia in 2018. It cost the Egyptian a place at last year's Classic, but he has the size and definition to wow the panel.
If he can ally his imposing look with the required conditioning, he will be a worthy champion.
There are other standout contenders aside from this notable trio. They include 2017 winner Cedric McMillan, while 49-year-old Johnnie Jackson is coming out of retirement for an eighth attempt at winning this prestigious title.
Disney World Marathon 2020: Route, Course Map, Times, Event Details
Jan 11, 2020
ORLANDO, FL - MAY 11: General view of Epcot International Flower And Garden Festival at Epcot Center at Walt Disney World on May 11, 2016 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images)
Set those alarms, because the Disney World Marathon is almost here. And it's starting a bit earlier this year.
On Sunday, the 27th annual Disney World Marathon will take place, with the race beginning at 5 a.m. ET, 30 minutes earlier than past years. There are also several other changes to the race, so participants and spectators alike will want to be prepared before Sunday morning arrives.
There will be more than 75,000 runners participating, representing more than 72 countries, with the 26.2-mile course taking them through Epcot, Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios.
Here's everything you need to know about this year's edition of the Disney World Marathon in Florida.
For runners who have participated in the race before, they will notice some changes to this year's course.
Race participants will now run through Blizzard Beach. They will also spend more time running inside Epcot and less on the roads outside the parks. Those should be welcome changes, as it will showcase even more of what Disney World has to offer during the race.
The marathon used to feature a route through Blizzard Beach from 1995 to 1998, but that portion was replaced following a redesign in 1999.
Another change for race participants is a new outdoor-exclusive area where they can take pictures, pick up gear, stretch and recover. While spectators won't have access to that area, there are new ChEAR Squad packages that offer access to the race's finish line and a popular Magic Kingdom viewing location, along with other amenities.
Those changes and additions will be great for race participants and spectators. However, one thing that may not be so great is the weather.
On Thursday morning, runDisney issued a weather advisory for the weekend because of the warm temperatures and high humidity expected throughout the weekend, including for Sunday morning's race. Runners are encouraged to stay hydrated, choose light clothing/costumes and to slow down if experiencing any symptoms of heat illness.
According to The Weather Channel, the high temperature for Orlando on Sunday is expected to be 85 degrees Fahrenheit with 71 percent humidity.
The Disney World Marathon has been taking place annually since 1994. The weekend has featured a 5K, a 10K, a half-marathon and the full marathon since 2006.
Last year, Fredison Costa of Brazil won the race on the men's side for the fifth time in six years, completing the course in 2 hours, 18 minutes and 45 seconds. The men's record of 2:11:50 was set by Leonid Shvetsov of Russia in 1995.
Giovanna Martins of Brazil has won the marathon on the women's side three straight years and four of the past five. She finished the course in 2:45:24 last year. The women's record of 2:31:54 was set by Judit Nagy of Hungary in 1995.
But this race isn't just about the competition. Many participants will be dressed up as their favorite Disney characters for the race, so there should be fun for all throughout the weekend in Orlando.
Philadelphia Marathon 2019: Route, Course Map, Times, Road Closures, Event Info
Nov 22, 2019
The Philadelphia Marathon may not be as old as similar events held around the country, but it's an event with plenty of history.
That's because the race takes participants through the streets of Philadelphia and past historic landmarks, such as Independence Hall, the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Liberty Bell Center. Runners will go through neighborhoods and along waterfronts during the marathon.
With the race getting closer, here's everything you need to know about this year's edition of the Philadelphia Marathon.
Road closures: There will be streets closed around the city all weekend, beginning on Friday. For more information, visit PhiladelphiaMarathon.com.
The Philadelphia Marathon was established in 1954, but it's only been a City of Philadelphia-managed race held exclusively within city limits since 1994.
The marathon brings in about 30,000 runners each year, coming from all 50 states and numerous countries around the world. There will also be plenty of people coming to watch and cheer on the participants, so Philadelphia will likely be filled for this weekend's event.
The course for the marathon is the standard 26.2 miles.
This year's race could be chilly and wet for participants. According to Weather.com, Sunday's high temperature will be 47 degrees Fahrenheit with a 70-percent chance of morning rain showers. It is also likely to rain Saturday evening and night, which could make the course already damp heading into Sunday morning.
Last year, new race records (since 1994) were set on both the men's and women's sides. For the men, Tadesse Dabi of Ethiopia completed the race in 2 hours, 14 minutes and 47 seconds. Ethiopia's Abrha Serkalem Biset finished in 2:32:53 to set the women's record.
The winner of the marathon receives $10,000, while those who finish second ($5,000), third ($2,500), fourth ($1,500) and fifth ($1,000) also get cash prizes. There will also be prize money awarded to the first Philadelphian male and female, with each winning $1,000, as well as those who finish first in the master and wheelchair divisions, who will each receive $1,000.
There's also a $1,500 bonus for setting a course record.
The marathon isn't the only race that will take place at the Philadelphia event this weekend. There's also a half marathon, an 8K and a kids fun run on Saturday. Those races will take place throughout the morning, getting the weekend off to a fun start.
As always, it should be an exciting weekend for those who participate and attend, and it will officially begin when runners start to arrive in Philadelphia on Friday.
Las Vegas Marathon 2019: Route, Course Map, Times, Rock 'N' Roll Event Details
Nov 16, 2019
Most marathons take place in the morning and go through many streets of a big city. The Las Vegas Marathon is much different.
Starting in the evening on Sunday instead, this race primarily occurs on the main stretch of the Las Vegas strip. It may be unorthodox, but that's part of what makes this event a unique attraction for runners from around the world.
Here's everything you need to know about this year's edition of the Las Vegas Marathon.
Road closures: In addition to the Las Vegas strip being shut down, there will be road closures around the city, many of which will be in effect from 2:30 p.m.-11 p.m. ET. For more information, visit RunRockNRoll.com.
Over the weekend, there will be numerous events going on for participants, including multiple races, live entertainment—including a private Saturday night concert by Kesha—and more. But the main event will be Sunday evening's marathon race.
There should be great weather for Sunday's race, so racing conditions shouldn't be an issue. According to Weather.com, the high temperature for Las Vegas on Sunday will be 77 degrees Fahrenheit. It will be sunny with no chance of precipitation and only slight wind.
The marathon has a five-hour time limit, but the top finishers should finish in less than three hours. Last year, the winner on the men's side was Thomas Puzey of the United States, who completed the course in 2 hours, 25 minutes and 53 seconds. The women's winner was Hannah McInturff of the United States, who finished in 3:07:24.
The men's record for the race is 2:11:58 set by Stephen Kiogora of Kenya in 2005. The women's record is 2:29:01 set by Sylvia Skvortsova of Russia in 2007.
In future years, there will be more opportunities for participants to enjoy the run down the Las Vegas strip. That's because the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority Board of Directors recently approved a second marathon that will take place in the spring beginning in 2021.
"We've actually been talking to the owners of the race for a few years about adding a second race because of the success of the first," LVCVA vice president of marketing Fletch Brunelle said, according to Richard N. Velotta of the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
Instead of taking place on a Sunday night, this second spring race will occur on a Saturday night, which could potentially allow for more participants. So, for people who haven't yet had the opportunity to take part in or attend a cool, unique marathon experience, there will be more chances in years to come.
New York Marathon 2019: Top Celebrities Expected to Race in NYC
Nov 3, 2019
NEW YORK, NY - NOVEMBER 04: Ultra runner and water campaigner, Mina Guli runs the New York Marathon, during the #RunningDry Expedition on November 4, 2018 in New York, NY. The challenge started with the New York City marathon and will end on the 11th February. (Photo by Kelvin Trautman / Welcome to Frank via Getty Images)
The 2019 New York Marathon takes place on Sunday and will see plenty of top celebrities join some of the world's best athletes in making their way around the 26.2-mile route.
Many of the famous faces are not just out to showcase their athletic ability, but also to use the marathon to raise money for charities and draw awareness to causes close to their hearts.
Here are some of the top stars to look out for during Sunday's event in the Big Apple.
Uzo Aduba, Actress
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 26: Uzo Aduba speaks onstage during Global Citizen Presents Global Goal Live: The Possible Dream at St. Ann’s Warehouse on September 26, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for Global Citizen)
Uzo Aduba is no stranger to marathons and the Orange is the New Black star will lace up her running shoes on Sunday for a third time.
The 38-year-old completed the New York Marathon in 2013 and the Boston Marathon two years later, and talked about her experiences in July when she appeared on Live with Kelly and Ryan:
Aduba completed the Boston Marathon in an impressive time of five hours and three minutes and said competing in the race felt "like the right thing to do," per People.
The actress will be supporting the charity Stand Up to Cancer, a fund-raising organisation that aims to increase progress in life-saving cancer research.
Tyler Cameron, Star of The Bachelorette
US TV personality Tyler Cameron attends the Grand Opening of the Guitar Hotel expansion at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, in Hollywood, Florida, October 24, 2019. (Photo by Zak BENNETT / AFP) (Photo by ZAK BENNETT/AFP via Getty Images)
Tyler Cameron is running the New York Marathon in support of ABC Food Tours. The company aims to feed and educate kids in underserved communities.
The 26-year-old played college football for four years at Wake Forest, Florida Atlantic University and the Baltimore Ravens, which should stand him in good stead.
Cameron warmed up for Sunday's big event by running the Chicago Marathon in October and finished in a time of four hours and 45 minutes, according to Michele Corriston at People.
The reality star has told Jay Willis at GQ that his passion for running was sparked when his father suffered an illness, and he is hopeful of competing Sunday's marathon in under four hours.
Ryan Briscoe, Racing driver
LAKEVILLE, CT- JUL 20: Richard Westbrook, of Great Britain, L, and Ryan Briscoe, of Australia, celebrate in victory lane after winning the Northeast Grand Prix, IMSA WeatherTech Series Race, July 20, 2019. (Photo by Brian Cleary/Getty Images)
Ryan Briscoe is no stranger to racing, having driven in IndyCar for a decade before moving on to the American Le Mans Series, but will not be the fastest man on Sunday.
The Australian-born driver has spent the last four seasons on the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship circuit but revealed his intention to run in New York back in May:
Briscoe has spoken about his motivation to run the race after watching the New York Marathon two years ago, per Martin Rogers at Fox Sports:
"That sense of pride of having finished it, of knowing it's the culmination of all these months of preparation, of having reached something you didn’t know you could do, while having all these incredible strangers cheering you on. When I got a taste of it, that was it. I had to do it … or at least try."
Briscoe will be supporting the NYRR Team for Kids, which aims to bring fitness programs and free running to students across America.
Kikkan Randall, Olympic skier
FALUN, SWEDEN - MARCH 18: Kikkan Randal of USA after Ladies 10.0 km Pursuit Free at Lugnet Stadium on March 18, 2018 in Falun, Sweden. (Photo by Trond Tandberg/Getty Images)
Kikkan Randall claimed gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang but was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer just three months later.
The five-time Olympian underwent surgery and chemotherapy and will run the New York Marathon just a year after her treatment:
Randall told Nick Zaccardi at NBC Sports that she is "pretty confident I'm cancer-free" and spoke about her motivation to take part in the marathon.
"It's my way to celebrate what I can do, being grateful that my treatment has gone so well and in tribute to those who fought hard and did everything they could but ultimately didn't get the positive outcome like I've had."
The American is hoping to finish in under three hours and will be running in support of Norwegian organisation AKTIV Against Cancer.
Marine Corps Marathon 2019: Route, Course Map, Times, Event Details
Oct 26, 2019
An M2A1 Howitzer will go off, and the runners will begin racing from the Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery to the Marine Corps War Memorial on Sunday for the 44th Marine Corps Marathon.
The race will be one of numerous events taking place, with the 26.2-mile marathon attracting many of the thousands of participants and spectators who will be in attendance. The marathon is the largest in the world that doesn't award prize money. Instead, this race is The People's Marathon, taking runners through a great course around Washington, D.C., and Arlington, Virginia.
There will be runners from all 50 states and more than 60 countries in this year's marathon field.
Road closures: Many roads will be affected because of the races, with some closing as early as 3 a.m. and not reopening until 5 p.m. The full list of closures can be found on the event's official website.
In addition to the Marine Corps Marathon, there will also be 10K and 50K races taking place. Those participating in the 50K race, which is 31.25 miles, will start at 7:30 a.m. and will encompass the entire Marine Corps Marathon course and more.
When the Marine Corps Marathon begins, not only will the cannon signal the start of the race, but there will be the color guard, a playing of the national anthem, special guests and flags from all the countries represented in the race field.
In the afternoon, there will be an awards ceremony for each race and a finish festival at the Marine Corps War Memorial, which will feature live musical performances.
Last year's Marine Corps Marathon winner on the men's side was Jeffrey Stein of the United States, who finished the race in 2 hours, 22 minutes and 49 seconds. The men's record is 2:14:01, which was set by Jeff Scuffins of the United States in 1987.
Jenny Mendez of Costa Rica was the winner on the women's side last year, finishing in 2:40:19. The women's record is 2:37:00, which was set by Russia's Olga Markova in 1990.
But the marathon isn't just for those participating in the race. It's also a fun event for spectators, who will have five locations along the race course to watch and support the runners. Two of those spots are at the start and finish lines.
However, weather may not be the best for this year's race. According to the Weather Channel, there is a 100 percent chance of morning thundershowers, which will turn to partly cloudy skies. Sunday's high temperature is expected to be 77 degrees Fahrenheit, making it one of the warmer days in the 10-day forecast.
Even with that high chance of rain, the Marine Corps Marathon runners and spectators alike should have a great time, as thousands will once again gather to honor the Marines while participating in a fun event.
More than 45,000 runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries will navigate the streets of the Windy City for the 2019 Bank of America Chicago Marathon this weekend.
Held every October, the Chicago Marathon is one of six World Marathon Majors, along with the races held in Boston, New York, London, Berlin and Tokyo. The first edition of this race was held in 1977, and it's taken place every year since, except for 1987.
Before the 42nd Chicago Marathon takes place on Sunday, here's everything you need to know for this year's race.
Road Closures: More than 40 streets will be closed beginning at 7 a.m. CT, and they're not scheduled to reopen until between 10 a.m.-6 p.m. CT. A full list of closures can be found at ChicagoMarathon.com.
While the race officially begins at 7:30 a.m. CT, there will be several waves starting at different times. The second wave will leave the starting line at 8 a.m., followed by the third and final wave at 8:35 a.m. The starting and finishing line are at Columbus Drive in Grant Park.
There's supposed to be nice weather Sunday morning, which should make for great racing conditions. According to Weather.com, the high temperature for Chicago will be 53 degrees Fahrenheit. It will be partly cloudy, and high wind gusts won't develop until the afternoon.
Now, what should you expect from the actual race event? The top finishers should complete the marathon in a little more than two hours. Last year's winner on the men's side, Mo Farah of Great Britain, finished in 2 hours, five minutes and 11 seconds. The women's winner, Brigid Kosgei of Kenya, had a time of 2:18:35.
Farah, who is a four-time Olympic gold medalist, is back in the race again this year, as are 2017 champion Galen Rupp of the United States and 2015 champion Dickson Chumba of Kenya. 2019 Boston Marathon champion Lawrence Cherono of Kenya is also in the field.
On the women's side, Kosgei will also be in the race again this year. Not only did she win last year's Chicago Marathon, but she also won the Boston Marathon earlier this year.
The men's record for the race is 2:03:45 set by Dennis Kimetto of Kenya in 2013. The women's record is 2:17:18, set by Paula Radcliffe of Great Britain in 2002.
There should be tons of spectators, too, as an estimated 1.7 million people are expected to be on the sidelines of the course, which runs through 29 neighborhoods.
With an exciting field filled with elite competitors, as well as many others who will be running the race, some for the first time, and an after-race party that will last well into the afternoon, the Chicago Marathon makes for a fun Sunday in the city for those who participate and those who come to support.
