Almgren wins in New York on marathon debut
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Andreas Almgren continues his remarkable year by winning the New York Marathon on his debut over 26.2 miles. Andreas Almgren of Sweden won the men's race of the New York City Marathon in his debut in the event while Sheila Chepkirui of Kenya won the women's race on Sunday for the second time. Covered by 25 outlets: 8 lean left, 11 are centre, 2 lean right, 4 are not rated.
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Almgren wins in New York on marathon debut
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