Kenyan runner Sheila Chepkirui revealed that her main motivation for winning the 2024 New York City Marathon was a desire to establish herself among the world’s elite marathoners and improve her personal best time. Known for her impressive marathon pace, Chepkirui entered the race with a personal best of 2:17:29, making her one of the fastest women in the field. Her victory in New York was a testament to her strength and determination, especially considering the challenging conditions and competitive field. She viewed the race as an opportunity to build on her recent achievements and establish herself as a consistent performer at the World Marathon Majors【12†source】【13†source】.