NEW YORK (AP) — Eliud Kipchoge and Sifan Hassan are at different ends of their marathon careers.

Kipchoge, who turns 41 next week, is wrapping up a historic run as one of the most accomplished marathoners in the sport, while the 32-year-old Hassan is in the prime of her career, coming off a victory at Sydney two months ago.

The two are taking on the New York Marathon for the first time Sunday, with Hassan looking to pull off the incredible double after winning in Australia.

To accomplish that feat, the Dutch star will have to beat the last three champions Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya (2024) , Hellen Obiri (2023) and Sharon Lokedi (2022), who set the Boston Marathon course record in April.

“I have respect for the course which I haven’t done,” Hassan said. “I have big respect for the athlet

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