Adidas Wins NYC Marathon as Nike Apex Takes First Major

· Beauty & Fashion · United States

Sheila Chepkirui and Andreas Almgren won the New York City Marathon, capping a dominant year for Adidas in the major marathons. Chepkirui became the eighth 2026 major marathon winner to wear the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3, according to WWD. The race also gave Nike's Apex line its first major marathon victory. Marathon results are closely watched in the running-shoe business because podium footwear is read as evidence of a brand's racing technology, and the tally across the world's major races feeds directly into marketing claims and consumer demand for competitive models.

Why it matters：Podium footwear at major marathons is a key proving ground in the running boom, shaping which racing shoes retailers stock and runners trust.

Key points

  • Chepkirui is the eighth 2026 major marathon winner wearing the Adidas Adizero Adios Pro 3.
  • Nike's Apex line recorded its first major marathon win.

Sources (original reporting)

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