The 2026 Chicago Marathon Preview: Every Storyline, Every Favorite, American Record Odds

Katie Schide returns to Auburn after UTMB win
The American is the favorite on the women's side after a dominant 2025 season.
iRunFar · Trail/Ultra
Kipchoge confirms Berlin start as he chases sub-2:01 farewell
The four-time Berlin champion told reporters in Kaptagat that the September race could be his final attempt at the world record before retirement.
LetsRun · Road Races
Assefa returns to defend women's title with new pacing team
Ethiopian star Tigist Assefa will be paced through halfway in 1:06:30, organizers confirmed Monday.
Runner's World · Road Races
Berlin organizers expand elite field to record 42 sub-2:08 men
The deepest elite field in marathon history will line up on the Brandenburg Gate course in September.
Citius Mag · Road Races
Adidas unveils Adios Pro Evo 2 ahead of Berlin debut
The 138g racing shoe will be available in limited numbers to elites only, the brand confirmed.
Believe in the Run · Road Races
NYC Marathon lottery hits record 185,000 applicants for 2026
Demand for the 50th anniversary race has shattered all previous entry records, organizers said.
Runner's World · Road Races

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