Eliud Kipchoge’s Final Act at the New York City Marathon Carries a Powerful Message Everyone Should Hear From record-breaking runs to a meaningful farewell, Eliud Kipchoge’s NYC Marathon finish leaves

With two decades of excellence in track and field, Eliud Kipchoge finally crossed the finish line of a World Marathon Major for the last time in New York on November 2. Securing his seventh star, the legendary marathoner ended his elite career with a 17th-place finish at the NYC Marathon, just shy of the podium. Missing out on the podium, however, was hardly a concern. Kipchoge was met with a heartwarming reception from a devoted fan, and amidst the cheers, the Kenyan legend shared a life lesson that resonated far beyond the race.

As Kipchoge thundered through the city streets, his biggest fan, Max McKone, waited for even a fleeting glimpse of the legend. In a video shared by Citus Mag, Max could be seen tearing up as Eliud Kipchoge ran past him. But the surprises didn’t end there. After