: Similar to the Red Lantern in the Tour de France, the last runner in a marathon is sometimes treated with as much reverence as the winner.
: Finished on crutches with a total time of 10 hours and 32 minutes after her hip gave out mid-race. Last Runner
: For the last runner, the race is rarely about competing with others; it’s about a personal victory over the desire to stop. : Similar to the Red Lantern in the
: Recognized by running legend Kathrine Switzer as the final official finisher of the 2026 race. The "Last Runner Standing" Format Last Runner