They Ran an Olympic Marathon 12 Weeks Ago. Now They’re Back at It in New York
Olympic Marathoners Return to Competition in New York City
Just 12 weeks after competing in the Olympic marathon, several top athletes are back in action at the New York City Marathon. This is a demanding schedule, even for the world's best runners. But these athletes are determined to prove that they are still in top form. Let's take a closer look at some of the top contenders.
Galen Rupp
Galen Rupp is a 35-year-old American distance runner. He is a two-time Olympic medalist, winning silver in the 10,000 meters in 2012 and bronze in the marathon in 2016. Rupp is also a three-time winner of the Chicago Marathon. He is one of the most successful American distance runners in history.
Molly Seidel
Molly Seidel is a 27-year-old American distance runner. She is a two-time Olympian, competing in the 10,000 meters in 2016 and the marathon in 2020. Seidel is also the 2020 Olympic bronze medalist in the marathon. She is one of the most promising young distance runners in the United States.
Jared Ward
Jared Ward is a 32-year-old American distance runner. He is a two-time Olympian, competing in the 10,000 meters in 2016 and the marathon in 2020. Ward is also the 2016 Olympian bronze medalist in the marathon. He is one of the most consistent distance runners in the United States.
