• Pakistani runners shine at 53rd NYC Marathon.
• Tamirat Tola wins men’s race with course record.
• Hellen Obiri claims women’s title in sprint finish.

In a stunning display of endurance and determination, a group of Pakistani runners left their mark on the 53rd New York City Marathon, the largest marathon in the world. Despite the challenging course that winds through the five boroughs, these runners from various cities exhibited their prowess in long-distance running.

On Sunday, November 5, over 50,000 participants from across the globe took to the streets of New York to compete in the prestigious marathon. With clear skies and moderate temperatures in the 50s, the stage was set for a memorable event.

Here are the remarkable results of the Pakistani participants:

1. Hamid Butt, a Lahore native, completed his third appearance at the marathon in an impressive 3 hours, 47 minutes, and 55 seconds.
2. Prem Kumar, representing New York, made his third appearance and crossed the finish line in 3 hours, 58 minutes, and 46 seconds.
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3. Aamer Butt, another New York resident, marked his ninth appearance with a strong finish of 4 hours, 11 minutes, and 1 second.
4. Babar Ghias, originally from Chicago, showcased his prowess with a time of 3 hours, 50 minutes, and 31 seconds.
5. Jamal Khan, a New York local, completed his second marathon in 4 hours, 44 minutes, and 42 seconds.
6. Khadeja Usmani from Boston demonstrated incredible endurance by finishing the race in 6 hours, 24 minutes, and 17 seconds.
7. Fawad Karim, a London native, proved his mettle with a time of 3 hours, 55 minutes, and 29 seconds.
8. Saad Usmani, another New York resident, marked his third marathon with a finish time of 6 hours, 26 minutes, and 5 seconds.
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9. Muhammad Raza from Memphis, in his debut marathon, completed the race in 5 hours, 29 minutes, and 42 seconds.
10. Maeen Ud Din, hailing from the UAE, made his debut in the NYC Marathon and finished in 4 hours, 34 minutes, and 11 seconds.
11. Shabab Hussain, a dedicated athlete from the USA, completed the marathon in 4 hours, 52 minutes, and 10 seconds.
12. Shahnawaz, another New York local, put up a remarkable performance with a finish time of 4 hours, 22 minutes, and 40 seconds.

In the men’s race, Ethiopian runner Tamirat Tola dominated with a course-record time of 2:04:58, securing a comfortable victory nearly two minutes ahead of the runner-up, Albert Korir. Tola’s redemption came after a disappointing showing at the World Athletics Championships, where he had to drop out due to stomach issues. The win was marked by a decisive move around the 20-mile mark, establishing Tola as the 2022 world marathon champion.

In the women’s race, Kenyan runner Hellen Obiri claimed the title with a thrilling sprint finish in 2:27:23. This victory marked her second World Marathon Major title of the year, showcasing her incredible transition from the track to the roads. Notably, Obiri became the first athlete in 34 years to win both the Boston and New York City Marathons in the same season.

These Pakistani runners and the exceptional performances in the New York City Marathon exemplify the spirit of endurance, diversity, and determination that make this event one of the most celebrated marathons in the world.

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