In addition to the Parade of Nations featuring representatives from the nearly 150 countries participating in the TCS New York City Marathon, the celebration included the 2024 NYRR Hall of Fame inductees and TCS New York City Marathon Grand Marshal and five-time Olympic medalist Gabby Thomas, who welcomed athletes to the festivities.
Members of New York Road Runners' community programs and local run clubs also participated.
The ceremonies concluded with a dazzling fireworks display.
Among the participants were:
Gabby Thomas: 2024 TCS New York City Marathon Grand Marshal and five-time Olympic medalist
2024 NYRR Hall of Fame Inductees: Amanda McGrory - two-time New York City Marathon champion and Paralympian; Vince Chiappetta - co-founder of the New York City Marathon
Team Inspire: A group of 26 runners participating in the TCS New York City Marathon with incredibly unique and moving stories
NYRR Streakers: Runners who have completed at least 15 TCS New York City Marathons
NYRR Striders: Participants from the free walking and fitness program for older adults
NYRR Open Runners: Participants from the community-based run/walk program in neighborhood parks across the five boroughs
Rising New York Road Runners Youth Ambassadors: Members of NYRR's youth running program that teaches kids to be healthy and active for life
NYRR Run for the Future: Alumnae from the running, fitness, and wellness program for high school junior and senior young women
NYRR Team for Kids: Adult runners fundraising for NYRR's free youth and community offerings
The 2024 TCS New York City Marathon takes place on Sunday, November 3.
Coverage on Channel 7 and wherever you stream ABC 7 New York begins with pre-race coverage, Marathon Sunday, at 7:00 a.m. on November 3.
Live coverage of Sunday's marathon begins at 8:00 a.m. only on Channel 7 and ESPN2.
Discover more coverage of the 2024 TCS NYC Marathon here.
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