Sweden's Andreas Almgren, right, approaches the finish line during the New York City Marathon in New York, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. Angelina Katsanis/AP hide caption

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NEW YORK — Andreas Almgren of Sweden won the men's race of the New York City Marathon in his debut in the event while Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya won the women's race on Sunday for the second time.

Almgren was making his debut at 26.2 miles after a successful career running half-marathons. He pulled away from Yemaneberhan Crippa of Italy in the final mile to take the victory in 2 hours, 6 minutes and 1 second. Crippa finished 13 seconds behind. Kamohelo Mofolo of Lesotho was third, edging out defending champion Benson Kipruto.

Almgren's time was the third fastest in the course's 50-year history, and the top seven finishers all were among the top 10 all-time times.…