March 20, 2011
It was perfect—the weather, the timing (first day of spring), the course, the excitement at the front of the pack. And some 10,000 runners responded by celebrating for 13.1 miles through the heart of Manhattan, and creating 10,000 stories of challenge and triumph.
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The tireless Carrie Tollefson—Olympian and NYRR TV commentator extraordinaire, interviewed 12-year-old Adam Sirota at the start.
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Caroline Rotich, who attended high school in Sendai, Japan, and Japan's Yuri Kano, shared a moment before the start.
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Body heat and anticipation helped ward off the chill as runners waited in the corrals.
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One of the fastest running couples of all time: Ethiopia's Werknesh Kidane and Gebre Gebremariam.
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A member of NYRR Youth Programs helped sound the starting horn.
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Dozens of Youth Programs children cheered from the sidelines.
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The lights and sounds of Times Square, all for the runners!
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Let's hear it for the NYPD, on hand throughout the course to keep everyone safe and secure.
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Spectators urged on the runners at every turn.
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This year's race attracted runners from all 50 states and many foreign countries.
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Soaking it up on Seventh Avenue!
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Members of running teams wore their colors proudly.
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Bright lights, big city, 13.1 glorious miles.
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As fatigue mounted, runners drew on the strengths they'd built up in training.
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Cheering zones throughout the course kept spirits high.
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I think I can, I think I can.
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Spectators, braving chilly temps and breezes, were among the day's heroes.
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There wasn't a cab to be found in Times Square.
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The race was truly international, with 68 countries represented.
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There were 26 entertainment sites along the course.
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No one could do this for 13.1 miles straight.
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Several Japanese runners made it to the race, in spite of the earthquake and tsunami.
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Runners had cheering crowds helping them go the distance.
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Many half-marathoners ran with partners or friends, but it was rare to see hand-holding.
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Forty-second Street was alight with anticipation and hope.
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Isn't running 13.1 miles supposed to be hard?
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Spectators with personalized signs were out in force…
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…sometimes two or more per runner!
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This runner gives very high fives.
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A refreshing message for Timzo and BSAP.
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Cool and calm with three miles to go.
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She isn't the winner, but she feels like one.
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Finishers celebrated fast times and big accomplishments on a brisk, clear day.
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"Lean on me / When you ran strong…
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…And I'll be your friend."
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Race winners Mo Farah and Caroline Rotich took a moment to enjoy their victory, letting it all sink in.
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This finisher got a post-race reception even warmer than his Mylar blanket.
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And now, the big Sunday breakfast!
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