The women competing in the 2023 New York City Marathon on Sunday saved the real racing for the final four miles, setting up a thrilling sprint finish in Central Park. Hellen Obiri of Kenya had the edge this time, crossing the line in 2:27:23, just five seconds ahead of runner-up Letesenbet Gidey of Ethiopia. It is Obiri's second World Marathon Majors victory she is also the 2023 Boston Marathon winner, becoming the first woman in 34 years (and the fifth ever) to take first place in both races in the same year.
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The women's NYC marathon course record has stood for 20 years, but with a field comprising world champions, Olympic champions, world record holders and former NYC marathon winners, 2023 could be the year it will finally be broken