NYRR Virtual Racing

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NYRR’s Virtual Racing platform, powered by Strava, is transforming organized racing as we know it. Freed from geographical limits, runners from around the globe can all take part in the same race—in new and exciting ways. Since the launch in January 2018, more than 57,000 people from more than 130 countries around the world have participated in the series.

Now, even when we run alone, we run together. Because no matter where we start, we all end on the same leaderboard.

Greatness runs through all of us. And with NYRR Virtual Racing, you can see how you and your route stack up against the rest of the running world.

NYRR Virtual Racing Powered by Strava

There are 12 races in the 2019 NYRR Virtual Racing series. Read on to learn more and sign up for an upcoming virtual race!

NYRR Virtual Racing includes:

• A leaderboard on Strava, with cumulative race results on NYRR’s Race Results platform to verify completion
• An inspiring running community on Strava and in the NYRR Virtual Racing Facebook group
• Exciting benefits throughout the year, including access to unique premiums, medals, sweepstakes prizes, Strava Summit, and opportunities to gain guaranteed, non-complimentary entry to marquee races such as the Popular® Brooklyn Half, United Airlines NYC Half, and the TCS New York City Marathon.  

Why race with NYRR?

When you run with NYRR, you do more than compete in a world-class race—you join a worldwide community. And now that community is bigger than ever.

With NYRR’s Virtual Racing platform you also have the opportunity to give back to the running community—no matter where you live. Proceeds support NYRR mission’s to help and inspire people through running and benefit NYRR’s free youth and community programs, including Rising New York Road Runners, NYRR Striders, and more.

A virtual race is a race that can be run at your convenience during a specified period of time. Create your free Strava account, sign up for a race, and run or walk the distance of the race on a course you create wherever you are.

Visit the How to Complete Your Virtual Race section below to learn more about how to run a virtual race with NYRR and visit our FAQ page if you have any additional questions.

How Much Does It cost?

NYRR Virtual Racing is completely FREE with general entry. Runners also have the choice to register at a paid entry tier to receive access to program benefits.

Did you know that more than 57,000 people from 130 countries have participated in NYRR Virtual Racing*.

Top 10 Countries by Participation

*Non-unique finishers since 2018. Darker color indicates greater number of participants.

Strava is the social network for athletes. Strava's website and mobile apps bring athletes together from all walks of life and inspire them to unlock their potential—both as individuals and as communities. Creating an account with Strava allows you to record and upload your runs, rides, and other activities, connect your GPS devices, and create a home for your active life.