Legendary marathoner Eliud Kipchoge has officially etched his name deeper into the sport’s history after completing all six major marathons — a feat only a few athletes worldwide have ever achieved.

Kipchoge wrapped up his collection on Sunday, November 2, by finishing the New York City Marathon — the final race missing from his list — coming in 17th place with a time of 2:14:36, about six minutes behind the winner.

Benson Kipruto led a Kenyan sweep, clocking 2:08:09, followed by Alexander Kipruto at 2:08:10, and Abel Kipchumba at 2:08:57, sealing an all-Kenyan podium.

For Kipchoge, who turns 41 next week, the New York race is widely seen as his last major competitive appearance.

Among those he faced off with was Ethiopia’s legendary Kenenisa Bekele, adding a nostalgic edge to the event.

The 26.2-mile course kicked off in Staten Island, with runners winding through Brooklyn, Long Island City, across the Pulaski Bridge, through Manhattan, and finishing in Central Park.

Despite not chasing victory, Kipchoge’s real win was symbolic. The race earned him the Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Star — and by extension, the Seven Star Award, which includes the Sydney Marathon that joined the elite list recently.

As of September 2025, only 4,413 runners globally had completed all seven events. Kipchoge now joins that exclusive club, solidifying his reputation as arguably the most complete marathoner in history.

He’d previously admitted feeling his legacy would remain “unfinished” without conquering every major marathon, despite already holding multiple world records and Olympic titles.

However, in recent years, Kipchoge’s dominance has waned, with critics debating whether it’s time for him to retire.

Sunday’s run, though, may have been his quiet but powerful sign-off — one that sealed his unmatched legacy.

Hellen Obiri Shatters Women’s NYC Record

Kenya’s Hellen Obiri lit up the women’s race, storming to victory in 2:19:51 — smashing the previous course record of 2:22:31 set by Margaret Okayo back in 2003.

Obiri was trailed by Sharon Lokedi, who clocked 2:20:07, while defending champion Sheila Chepkirui rounded out the top three at 2:20:25.

The double Kenyan triumph in New York cemented the nation’s dominance on the global marathon stage — both past and present.