The Running World Reacts to Shalane Flanagan’s Historic NYC Marathon Victory
By LetsRun.com
November 6, 2017
Yesterday, Shalane Flanagan made history by becoming the first American woman in 40 years to win the New York City Marathon. And if you were excited watching the race unfold on television, you weren’t alone — many of the running world’s biggest names could barely contain their excitement as Flanagan broke the tape in Central Park. Below, we share a selection of the best social media posts from yesterday’s race.
In tears. Thank you @ShalaneFlanagan for giving us something to believe in. Congratulations!
— des_linden (@des_linden) November 5, 2017
Shalane Flanagan on BEAST Mode….She’s your NYC Marathon Champ??♂️
— Paul Chelimo???? (@Paulchelimo) November 5, 2017
SHALANE! Joining the select group of sportspeople recognizable on first name basis.#nycmarathon2017
— Nick Willis (@nickwillis) November 5, 2017
From Team Meb: Go Shalane Go! Meb will be thrilled to see this result when he finishes. pic.twitter.com/Ld7kAfUAXS
— meb keflezighi (@runmeb) November 5, 2017
"F**k yes!" – @ShalaneFlanagan. That's how we all feel ??
— emma coburn (@emmajcoburn) November 5, 2017
Never doubt @ShalaneFlanagan! So happy for you! So deserving. Congratulations and thank you for being such an inspiration!!! THE CHAMP!
— Kara Goucher (@karagoucher) November 5, 2017
Book idea: Eat Slow, Win the NYC Marathon Fast
— Kyle Merber (@TheRealMerb) November 5, 2017
SHALANE!!!!!!! Yas Woman! ?????? #TCSNYCMarathon Champion! #sweetvictory
— Molly Huddle (@MollyHuddle) November 5, 2017
SHALANE!!!! American distance runners everywhere are going to have the long run of their lives today!!!! #adrenaline #chills #inspired ??
— Katie B Follett (@follettkb) November 5, 2017
Shalane!!!!!!!!!!!! ❤️?❤️????????????????
— Emily Infeld (@emily_infeld) November 5, 2017
Congratulations, @ShalaneFlanagan!You are truly an inspiration. #TCSNYCMarathon pic.twitter.com/5qHu09EWhe
— USATF (@usatf) November 5, 2017
Wow, so happy for you @ShalaneFlanagan ❤️Thank you for always showing us what tough means and how to chase your dreams. Enjoy those donuts!?
— Courtney Frerichs (@courtfrerichs8) November 5, 2017
My teammates never cease to amaze me. So proud of @ShalaneFlanagan ❤️?♀️? #bowermanbabes #TCSNewYorkCityMarathon
— Shelby Houlihan (@shelbo800) November 5, 2017
a MOOD pic.twitter.com/xxWuJ5ze7S
— Jimmy D (@JimmyDonofrio) November 5, 2017
Shalane Flanagan!!!!!! First American Woman to win NYC Marathon in 40 years! DO NOT be afraid to dream big, be bol… https://t.co/9eAsTbFnHC pic.twitter.com/kMG4Z6yn0X
— Alysia Montaño (@AlysiaMontano) November 5, 2017
Congratulations to @ShalaneFlanagan and @GKamworor for today's amazing wins at the @nycmarathon! pic.twitter.com/gtFm6xCD2X
— Bill Rodgers (@BillRodgersRACE) November 5, 2017
Today I watched the efforts of two athletes that I believe in
My spirits are lifted, and I’m motivated for what’s ahead. #TCSNYCMarathon pic.twitter.com/73SUXTDFw9— Kim Conley (@KimConley) November 5, 2017
We did it ???????????? #USA pic.twitter.com/O6DVXSwpFJ
— Shalane Flanagan (@ShalaneFlanagan) November 5, 2017
Related messageboard discussion: MB: Why are many American pro-runners congratulating Shalane today, but none did so to Hasay last month?