5 Facts About New York City Marathon

1. New York City Marathon won the New York City Marathon nine times in the 10 years between 1978 and 1988 and set world records in three of those races.

2. New York City Marathon's was the first American to win since 1977.

3. New York City Marathon's is widely acknowledged for having made a significant contribution to promote marathon and long-distance running for women.

4. New York City Marathon has now become the largest marathon anywhere in the world.

5. New York City Marathon's went on to win the race an unprecedented nine times.