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Nathan Martin

Nathan Martin is an American long-distance runner, specializing in the marathon. He achieved a personal best of 2:10:45 at the 2023 Grandma's Marathon in Duluth. This time established him as the fastest U.S.-born African American marathoner. His accomplishment highlights his talent and dedication within the sport of marathon running.


1979: Herman Atkins' Marathon Time

In 1979, Herman Atkins set a marathon time of 2:11:52.

December 18, 1989: Nathan Martin's Birth

On December 18, 1989, Nathan Martin, the American long distance runner known for specializing in the marathon, was born.

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2016: United States Olympic Trials

In 2016, Nathan Martin finished 23rd in the United States Olympic Trials marathon.

2020: Fastest Marathon Time

In 2020, Martin set the fastest marathon time by a black man born in the United States at the 2020 Marathon Project with a time of 2:11:05.

2020: United States Olympic Trials

In 2020, Nathan Martin competed in the United States Olympic Trials marathon.

2021: New York City Marathon

In 2021, Nathan Martin finished 8th at the New York City Marathon, and was also the third American finisher.

2023: Grandma's Marathon Record

In 2023, Nathan Martin set a personal best of 2:10:45 at Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, establishing a record as the fastest U.S.-born African American marathoner.

2026: Los Angeles Marathon Win

In 2026, Martin narrowly won the Los Angeles Marathon in 2:11:18, winning by 0.18 seconds over Michael Kimani Kamau.