Post-race Reflections--November 17
Diary of a marathoner
Ken Shelton was flat on his back in cardiac arrest. Something had to change. Now, several years later, he's found physical redemption running the marathon.

Race Report--November 13
Into a wall of wind
Despite the frigid, howling winds, last year's champions pulled an unbelieveable repeat on the cold, mean streets of New York.

1996 New York City Marathon coverage

Live Race Coverage--November 12
Retrace the marathon, step by step
Our corresponents scrambled along the course, jumped on subways, and raced through the crowds to send along the latest action from the course. Relive the 1995 race here.

Race Preview--November 9
Mexican volcanoes, other paths to the top
The 1995 New York City marathon has a strong field, despite the distractions of the upcoming Olympics. Who will emerge from this pounding throng, the largest long-distance race in the world?

Waiting for Sunday--November 9
A quick chat with last year's champions
On November 8, we spent some time talking with the 1994 champions, German Silva and Tegla Loroupe. Has anyone given German a copy of the course map? And where did Tegla learn to run like that?

Waiting for Sunday--November 8
Looking back at 25 years
Alberto Salazar, Grete Waitz and Bill Rodgers are some of the great distance runners who defined this great race. A retrospective.

Waiting for Sunday--November 8
Two 88-year-old runners apply steady pressure
Mavis Lindgren and Sam Gadless will test their bodies during Sunday's race, and this piece of golden-age wisdom: wear comfortable shoes.

Waiting for Sunday--November 8
People-watching at the Marathon
Watch for the "Coat Guy" and a bunch of old GIs rumbling through the Bronx. And, of course, there will be plenty of stars making their marathon debuts.

Waiting for Sunday--November 8
Course records and other interesting numbers
The race has logged some impressive numbers since its start in 1970. The best times by age and country, and some interesting demographics, provide a statistical mother lode for marathon junkies.

Coverage in conjunction with the
New York City Road Runners Club