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- calendar_today November 2, 2026
Marty Granoff Crosses NYC Marathon Finish Line at 90
Marty Granoff, aged 90, achieved a remarkable feat on November 2, 2026, by completing the New York City Marathon alongside his son, Michael Granoff, and grandson, Avi Granoff. Cheered on by crowds throughout all five boroughs, Granoff's accomplishment was made even more special as it marked his sixth marathon and his first since 43 years ago.
A Family Triumph: Three Generations Running Together
Granoff was not alone in this journey. He ran the race together with his son and grandson, making it a memorable triple-generation event. "It was incredible," said Avi Granoff. "He’s amazing, truly an inspiration." Michael Granoff, emotional at the finish, stated, "30 years ago, I gave up on the idea that we would ever do a marathon together. And it’s just unbelievable that he was able to do this and that we were able to do it as 3 generations."
Enduring Through Setbacks: Marathon Perseverance
The race was not without its challenges. Marty Granoff wore a shirt that humorously read, "If you can read this, you are losing to a 90-year-old man." During the marathon, he experienced back spasms at the 18th mile, something he had never encountered before. Despite the physical hurdles, Granoff stayed resilient, stating, "It feels wonderful. Just amazing." He completed the marathon in a time of 8 hours and 26 minutes.
Support at the Finish Line
As Granoff reached the finish, he received his medal from Rob Simmelkjaer, CEO of New York Road Runners. Granoff's running coach, Sean Fortune, met him at 110th Street and 5th Avenue and accompanied him through to the end. "We didn't stop once from 110 all the way to the finish," Fortune said. "The crowd support was amazing, unbelievable." He added that Marty was "just flying" in the final stretch of the race.
An Inspiration for Nonagenarians
When asked about the possibility of running the marathon again, Granoff chuckled, leaving his future plans open. However, he expressed a heartfelt wish for his peers: "I wish this upon any 90-year-old, every 90-year-old. It’s amazingly special." Granoff's accomplishment stands as a testament to endurance, the power of family, and inspiration for nonagenarian athletes, showing what is possible at any age.
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Source: ny1.com.
