The 2023 Boston Marathon is gearing up to be a historic event, as it will not only serve as the first stop for the World Marathon Majors in the United States but also feature a star-studded lineup of celebrities and elite runners from around the world. With approximately 30,000 participants from over 100 countries, the 127th running of the Boston Marathon will undoubtedly be one of the most anticipated events in marathon running history.
Elite Runners Set to Break Records
The Boston Marathon has always been known for showcasing some of the world’s best runners, and the 2023 race will be no exception. Featuring Olympic champions and Paralympians, this year’s race is anticipated to be one of the fastest and most decorated in its history. Eliud Kipchoge, widely considered as the greatest marathoner of all time, aims to win all six World Marathon Majors and ultimately break the course record in Boston. Meanwhile, nine elite female runners, including rising star Amane Beriso and reigning world champion Gotytom Gebreslase, with personal bests faster than the women’s open division course record are set to compete.
Point-to-Point Course with Broadcast Coverage
The marathon is a point-to-point course that starts in Hopkinton and ends in downtown Boston on Boylston Street. The race will be broadcast locally on WCVB Channel 5 and nationally on ESPN. The men’s wheelchair field starts at 9:02 a.m. ET followed by the women’s wheelchair division at 9:05 a.m. ET. The professional men start at 9:37 a.m. ET, and the professional women start at 9:47 a.m. ET.
American elite runners include Scott Fauble, CJ Albertson, Conner Mantz, Des Linden, Sara Hall, Aliphine Tuliamuk, Emma Bates, and Nell Rojas. Past Boston winners and podium finishers from Kenya and Ethiopia are also expected to challenge for top finishes.
2023 Boston Marathon – More than just a Race
The Boston Marathon has always been a symbol of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. This year’s event is especially significant as it will be held ten years after the devastating bomb attack that killed three people and wounded hundreds. To honor the victims of this attack, One Boston Day will be observed on April 15th, which coincides with the marathon day. The day will feature events, and a dedication of a new commemorative finish line on Boylston Street.
Celebrities Joining the Race
In addition to the elite runners who have signed up for the marathon, some notable celebrities will also participate in the race. David Ortiz, former Red Sox Hall of Famer, will serve as the grand marshal and guide participants along the course. Zdeno Chara, former Boston Bruins player who won the Stanley Cup in 2011, is running his first marathon to support two foundations.
Ryan Dempster is running to honor a victim of the 2013 bombings; Brock Holt is running in support of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Doug Flutie will run in support of The Flutie Foundation that supports those impacted by autism while Monica Puig, 2016 Olympic gold medalist in tennis, aims to finish six major marathons.
Conclusion
The 2023 Boston Marathon is already shaping up to be one of the most memorable events in its history. With elite runners from around the world aiming to break records while paying homage to past tragedies while simultaneously rallying people across all ages spectate live or watch broadcast coverage. Amidst this backdrop snipe well-known celebrities, renowned athletes, politicians among others, who are equally motivated to be a part of this historical event.
As the event nears, excitement and anticipation continue to build up as Marathons have always been held to celebrate ordinary people accomplishing something extraordinary. This 2023 Boston Marathon is bound to be a source of inspiration and motivation for generations.
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