Scenes from the Boston Marathon
Scenes from the Boston Marathon
Here are some scenes from the 118th Boston Marathon, where Meb Keflezighi became the first American man to win the race since Greg Meyer in 1983.
Young fans look on near the finish line.
Army veterans cheer on runner Shalane Flanagan.
Fans cheer on the 32,408 unofficial starters. Marathon officials said 35,755 runners registered for the race.
Marathon security surveys the finish.
First responder Carlos Arredondo cheers on runners.
Boston turned out strong for this year's marathon.
Meb Keflezighi approaches the finish line. He had the names of the 2013 bombing victims on his bib.
Keflezighi celebrates his victory, finishing with a time of 2:08:36.
Winner Meb Keflezighi with the American flag.
After winning the marathon, Keflezighi hoists the trophy.
Rita Jeptoo of Kenya wins the women's race.
Jeptoo rejoices after completing the marathon with a time of 2:18:57.
Rita Jeptoo waves to the crowd.
Jeptoo kisses her new trophy.
Winners Rita Jeptoo and Meb Keflezighi are recognized.
The scene at the beginning of the men's race, with Meb Keflezighi leading the pack.
A U.S. Army veteran nears the finish.
Women's wheelchair winner Tatyana McFadden crosses the finish line.
McFadden celebrates her victory, with a time of 1:35:06.
Tatyana McFadden after crossing the finish.
Men's wheelchair winner Ernst Van Dyk hoists his trophy -- his 10th career victory.
Runners celebrate as they near the finish line.
The scene at the finish.
Runners soak in the moment as they complete the marathon.
Two runners approach the finish line.
A runner celebrates completing the race.
A jubilant runner approaches the finish line.
Keflezighi is greeted by supporters after finishing.