The women competing in the 2023 New York City Marathon on Sunday saved the real racing for the final four miles, setting up a thrilling sprint finish in Central Park. Hellen Obiri of Kenya had the edge this time, crossing the line in 2:27:23, just five seconds ahead of runner-up Letesenbet Gidey of Ethiopia. It is Obiri's second World Marathon Majors victory--she is also the 2023 Boston Marathon winner, becoming the first woman in 34 years (and the fifth ever) to take first place in both races in the same year.