Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 NYC Marathon
- By Competitor Running
- Published Oct. 19, 2011
Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 New York City Marathon
Keflezighi celebrated becoming the first American winner in the Big Apple since 1982. Photo: PhotoRun.net
Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 New York City Marathon
Keflezighi settles into his rhythm early on in the race. Photo: PhotoRun.net
Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 New York City Marathon
Keflezighi leads a big pack through Brooklyn, including Ryan Hall, Robert Cheruiyot and Jaouad Gharib, amongst others. Photo: PhotoRun.net
Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 New York City Marathon
Kenya's Robert Cheruiyot gestures to Keflezighi to help with the pace. Keflezighi took the lead, one he wouldn't relinquish. Photo: PhotoRun.net
Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 New York City Marathon
Keflezighi in a full sprint heading toward the finish line in Central Park. Photo: PhotoRun.net
Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 New York City Marathon
Keflezighi breaks the tape in 2:09:15, his personal best. Photo: PhotoRun.net
Looking Back: Meb Keflezighi Wins 2009 New York City Marathon
Keflezighi's win in New York City was a monumental day in American distance running. Photo: PhotoRun.net
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