Gabby Thomas Named Grand Marshal for 2024 TCS New York City Marathon
New York City – The TCS New York City Marathon has announced that five-time Olympic medalist and New Balance athlete Gabby Thomas will serve as the Grand Marshal for the 2024 race. The announcement was made by New York Road Runners (NYRR), highlighting Thomas’s achievements and inspiring presence in the world of athletics.
“We are so excited to have such an accomplished and inspirational athlete as Gabby serve as our 2024 Grand Marshal,” said NYRR CEO Rob Simmelkjaer. “Part of what makes the TCS New York City Marathon the best day in New York City is the opportunity to bring together elite runners with thousands of runners and millions of fans, all on the same course.”
This year’s marathon is expected to draw over 50,000 runners from around the globe, accompanied by approximately 2 million spectators lining the iconic five-borough course.
“I am thrilled to serve as the Grand Marshal for this year’s TCS New York City Marathon, supporting more than 50,000 runners as they cross the finish line,” Thomas expressed. “I was so fortunate to experience the feeling of having thousands of people cheer for me this summer, and I can’t wait to be the one cheering on these incredible runners as they achieve a major goal.”
In her role as Grand Marshal, Thomas will participate in the marathon’s opening ceremony, welcome runners at the start line on the Verrazano Bridge, and greet winners as they cross the finish line in Central Park.
The 2024 TCS New York City Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, November 3. Channel 7, a proud sponsor of the marathon, will provide complete coverage leading up to the big race day.
