Defending champ Benson Kipruto man to beat in New York Marathon
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Kenya's Benson Kipruto celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the men's race in the 2022 Chicago Marathon on October 09, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
Kipruto will face off with two-time champion Geoffrey Kamworor and 2024 winner Abdi Nageeye of the Netherlands.
Kipruto, of 2Running Athletics Club in Kapsabet, is the fastest man in the field with a personal best time of 2:02:16.
Three former champions will renew their rivalry at the New York City Marathon on Sunday.
Reigning champion Benson Kipruto will lead a strong Kenyan contingent as they seek to extend the country’s dominance at one of the world’s most prestigious road races.
