All the runners and enthusists turned up for the NewYork Half Marathon. Last year, more than 10,000 runners participated in the 13-mile race. This year, 12,000 people representing all 50 states and 39 countries are signed up for the event.
The starting line is in Central Park. Runners will then make their way down Seventh Avenue, across 42nd Street, to the West Side Highway. The finish line is near Rector Street.
The New York Road Runners club is asking everyone to come out and show their support.
“The more spectators, the better, so we’ve got lots of fun for the spectators,” said New York Road Runners President and Chief Executive Officer Mary Wittenberg. “At Times Square, at 44th and Broadway, we’ve our first-ever sing along; Broadway stars will be out there to help the spectators have a lot of fun. You can look at our website, but we have Cheering Zones all over the course, including at Carnegie Hall, we have our 50th anniversary Cheering Zone. “
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