What are my chances of getting into NYC Marathon 2009?

Question

I am extremely interested in applying for the lottery to run in the New York City marathon in 2009. What are my chances of getting in by just entering the lottery? How do I go about it? When is the soonest I can go for it? Is anyone else out there interested in running it as well? Any information is very helpful. Thanks!!

Answer 1

Stick with this, I've run the race 3 times and it is a life changing/affirming experience like no other !

For New Yorkers, the chance is about 1 in 3.  For others, the chances are a bit better, as the city likes to encourage runners from out of town, and particularly from overseas.  

Anyone who pledges to raise $2,500 or so for a designated charity gets an automatic spot.  There are other ways in, as well.  Look at general policies, on the left side of this link.

http://www.nycmarathon.org/entrantinfo/i...

Once you are ready to train, here is all the advice you will ever need, in this link.

http://www.findingdulcinea.com/features/...