Race Director Ted Metellus Unpacks the 2026 United Airlines NYC Half

This week, Becs talks to Ted Metellus about all things United Airlines NYC Half. This year’s race is set for Sunday, March 15, and as New York Road Runners’ Chief Event Production Officer and Race Director, Ted has all the answers to questions about race week and race day. Learn the deets about bib pickup at the Expo (in a new location at the Javits Center!), getting to the start, navigating the iconic course from the Brooklyn Museum to Central Park—including crossing the Brooklyn Bridge again this year—managing post-race reunion, and more. Whether you’re running, spectating, or tuning in, you’ll be well-prepared.

DISCLAIMER: The views expressed by guests on the podcast are their own and their appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement by NYRR of them or their views.

Listen to past episodes:
Spotify: bit.ly/474e5Wa
Apple Music: apple.co/3IKaKSb
iHeart: ihr.fm/44L0zp3

Learn more about New York Road Runners: nyrr.org
Become an NYRR Member: nyrr.org/membership

00:00 Intro
08:37 Weekend Race Results
15:16 United Airlines NYC Half Overview
23:16 Expo Details
27:12 Race Day Start & Corrals
34:06 Course Cutoffs
39:11 Race Day Tips
43:20 Course Breakdown
47:53 Finish Line & Reunion
50:12 How to Watch