Boston Marathon 2024: Race Day Highlights and Viewing Guide
Today’s Boston Marathon promises sunny skies and the participation of some of the city’s most beloved personalities, including former New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski and former Boston Bruins captain Zedno Chara.
Grank as Grand Marshal, Chara runs again.
Gronkowski will serve as the race’s grand marshal, adding to the excitement of the event, while Chara will participate as a second-time runner.
Marathon History:
The Boston Marathon, the world’s oldest annual marathon, is about to begin, with past winners Evans Chabet and Helen Aubrey competing.
How and When to Watch the 2024 Boston Marathon
Broadcast details:
The 2024 Boston Marathon will broadcast live from Hopkinton, MA to the finish line in Boston on Monday, April 15, 2024 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. ET (5:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. PT) on ESPN and WCVB 5.
- Streaming options
For those without cable, streaming options include Sling TV and Fubo, which offer access to ESPN’s coverage of the marathon.
Viewing options without cable:
- Sling TV
Sling TV offers cost-effective streaming options, including ESPN, with subscriptions starting at $40 a month.
- Phobo
Fubo provides sports-focused streaming, a seven-day free trial is available, and packages start at $80 per month.
- Hulu + Live TV
Hulu + Live TV offers access to 90 channels, including ESPN, CBS, Fox, and more, for $77 per month.
Race start times and favorites
Expected winners
Past champions Chabet and Oberoi are favored to win with strong competition from other elite runners.
Prize money breakdown:
The winners will share more than $1.2 million in prize money, with first-place finishers in the men’s and women’s divisions earning $150,000 each.
Duration of the race:
Entrants must finish within six hours, with an average finish time of approximately 3:40.
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How can I watch the 2024 Bostonn Marathon?
The 2024 Boston Marathon will be broadcast live on ESPN and streamed on platforms like SlingTV. Local coverage will also be available on WCVB 5.
Who are the expected contenders in the 2024 Bostonn Marathon?
Expected contenders include past champions like Evans Chebet and Hellen Obiri, as well as strong competitors like Sisay Lemma, Gabriel Geay, and Albert Korir in the men’s division, and Worknesh Degefa and Emma Bates in the women’s division.
What are the start times for each division in the 2024 Boston Marathon?
Start times are as follows (all times Eastern):6:00 a.m. – Military Marchers
9:02 a.m. – Wheelchair Division – Men
9:05 a.m. – Wheelchair Division – Women
9:30 a.m. – Handcycle & Duo Participants
9:37 a.m. – Professional Men
9:47 a.m. – Professional Women
9:50 a.m. – Para Athletics Divisions
10:00 a.m. – Wave 1
10:25 a.m. – Wave 2
10:50 a.m. – Wave 3
11:15 a.m. – Wave 4
What is the prize for winning the Boston Marathon?
Winners will split over $1.2 million in prize money. First place runners in both the men’s and women’s division will each earn $150,000.
How long does it take to finish the Boston Marathon?
Entrants must finish within six hours from the time the last starter enters the race. The average finish time is approximately 3:40.
Is there a free trial option to watch the 2024 Boston Marathon?
Yes, viewers can start a seven-day free trial of FuboTV to watch the Boston Marathon. This trial period allows access to the race and other sporting events, after which the subscription costs $80 per month.
