| March 21, 2010
The 2010 NYC Half-Marathon featured perfect conditions for both runners and spectators. Favored with temperatures in the mid-50s, early-morning sunshine, and light breezes, participants were able to capitalize on months of winter training, while their fans could enjoy the first weekend of spring without too much bundling up. It wasn’t surprising that a record 11,494 people finished the race and that the support from the sidelines was stronger than ever.
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Marathon world record-holder Haile Gebrselassie of Ethiopia and other top-seeded athletes were greeted by NYRR Youth Programs children who formed a welcoming Tunnel of Kids before the start.
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At the sound of the starting horn in Central Park, thousands of runners were propelled into motion.
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Happy spring! And what better way to kick off the new season than with 13.1 miles of running?
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After looping through the park, the race course shot down Seventh Avenue.
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On-course entertainment kept up a steady beat as runners made their way through Midtown.
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The NYC Half’s biggest thrill is the quarter-mile stretch through Times Square…
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…including this special view of the NASDAQ billboard, customized for the day.
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Cheer NY cheerleaders kept the crowd—and the runners—energized.
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There’s nothing quite like having the car-free streets of NYC to yourself.
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Spectators matched the passion and commitment of the runners with their cheers.
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The Times Square Sing-A-Long played tunes of yesterday and today.
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Watching the NYC Half in Times Square—what a New York moment!
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In a slight change from past years, the course headed north on the West Side Highway for two blocks, then made this U-turn, complete with an awesome view of the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.
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The final four miles of the course are flat and fast, with Hudson River views in abundance.
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We’re pretty sure that she said yes.
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Every finisher received a branded Mylar blanket.
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Hundreds of volunteers helped meet runners’ every need before, during, and after the race.
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Nothing compares to the satisfaction of a race well run.
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Finishers one and all—hooray!
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The post-race festival took place in the beautiful North Cove area of Battery Park City.
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Champion Mara Yamauchi and runner-up Deena Kastor saluted an NYRR Youth Programs runner—the next generation.
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The top five overall male and female finishers enjoyed the applause at a spirited awards ceremony.
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