In this episode of the Sweat Elite Podcast, Matt and Luke discuss the New York Marathon, focusing on the exciting men's race that featured a photo finish between Benson Kipruto and Alexander Mutiso. They delve into Kipruto's broader ambitions of winning all seven major marathons and reflect on the different strategies and mindsets elite runners employ. The episode also highlights the performance of notable athletes like Joel Klecker and debut runner Charles Hicks in the men's race, as well as Helen Obiri and Fiona O'Keeffe among the women. Additionally, the hosts share the inspiring story of 19-year-old Irish marathoner Ava Crane, who won the Irish National Marathon Championship with a time of 2:34:11. The episodes wrap up with a preview of personal updates from Matt and Luke on their training and future race plans, available on their private podcast feed for supporters. Be coached by Matt: https://www.sweatelitecoaching.com/coaching-2025 Join the Shareholders Club / Private Podcast Feed: https://www.sweatelite.co/shareholders Luke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukeandrewkeogh/ Luke Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/87061348/ Matt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattinglisfox/ Matt Training Log - Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/6248359 Contact Matt: [email protected] Topics: 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Men's NYC Marathon Highlights 27:06 Kipchoge's World Tour Announcement 36:42 Women's NYC Marathon Highlights 44:52 Ava Green's Inspirational Journey 56:37 Conclusion