Watch the 2024 Chicago Marathon as one of the world's fastest marathons pays tribute to its greatest champion, Kelvin Kiptum, who broke the world record in Grant Park a year ago. Below we have all the information on how to watch the Chicago Marathon live from anywhere in the world with details on TV channels, broadcasters, free streams and start times from around the world.
Hoping to follow in his footsteps is Amos Kipruto, who boasts the fastest PB in the field. His main competition will likely come from fellow Kenyans Vincent Ngetich, runner-up in Berlin this year, and marathon debutant Daniel Ebenyo.
The 2022 champion, Ruth Chepngetich, is the one to beat in the women's category, and the prevailing feeling is that Sutume Kebede has her measure. The Ethiopian set the best time of the year in Tokyo in March, while Chepngetich is going through a difficult season.
Here's where to watch the 2024 Chicago Marathon online from anywhere, including FREE options.
How to View the 2024 Chicago Marathon Quick Guide
Key dates
- Event date: Sunday October 13
- Start time (Elite): 8:30am Eastern Time / 1:30pm BST / 11:30pm AEDT
FREE Chicago Marathon Live Stream Streamers
You can watch the 2024 Chicago Marathon on FREE on RTVE in Spain and in NBC Chicago in the US:
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How to watch live streams of the Chicago Marathon in the US
NBC Chicago broadcasts the Chicago Marathon in the US, with coverage available to stream for a fee on the NBC Chicago website.
How to watch live streams of the Chicago Marathon in the UK
Live coverage of the 2024 Chicago Marathon will be broadcast on Eurosport and Discovery+.
A 'standard' subscription to Discovery+ will cost you £6.99 a month. The package includes coverage of billiards, tennis, cycling, motorsports and more.
A premium subscription, which includes all that plus TNT Sports (Premier League, Champions League and Europa League, plus rugby, wrestling, UFC and MotoGP), costs £30.99 per month.
How to watch live streams of the Chicago Marathon in Australia
In Australia, the Chicago Marathon is streamed on FloTrack, which costs $29.99 per month or $210 per year.
How to Watch Live Streams of the Chicago Marathon in Canada
In Canada, the Chicago Marathon is also streamed on FloTrack, which costs $29.99 per month or $210 per year, the equivalent of $12.49 per month.
Can I watch the 2024 Chicago Marathon for free?
Free coverage of the 2024 Chicago Marathon is available in Spain through RTVE Play, and in the US courtesy of NBC Chicago.
Remember that if you travel away from home, you can use a VPN to watch the Chicago Marathon for free from abroad on your usual streaming service.
When is the 2024 Chicago Marathon?
The 2024 Chicago Marathon will take place on Sunday, October 13.
What are the start times for the 2024 Chicago Marathon?
The Chicago Marathon start times are as follows:
- 8:20 am ET / 1:20 pm BST – Wheelchair athletes (men)
- 8:21 am ET / 1:21 pm BST – Wheelchair athletes (women)
- 8:23 am ET / 1:23 pm BST – Handcycles
- 8:30 am ET / 1:30 pm BST – Runners (wave 1)
- 9am ET / 2pm BST – Runners (wave 2)
- 9:35 am ET / 2:35 pm BST – Runners (wave 3)
Can I watch the 2024 Chicago Marathon on my mobile?
Of course, most broadcasters have streaming services that you can access through mobile apps or through the browser on your phone.
You can also stay up to date with the latest Chicago Marathon news and highlights on the official Chicago Marathon social media channels on Instagram (@ChiMarathon) and Facebook (@ChicagoMarathon).
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