After the 1992 Summer Olympics, Silva was among a group of Mexican runners suspended for four years by the national track and field federation.
Sandra López is a Mexican long-distance runner.
Mexican runners have won three of the last four New York City Marathons.
The forecast is for temperatures in the high 60's or low 70's with thickening clouds, which may favor Mexican runners over European runners.
Mexican runners have captured nine marathons this year, finished second in six and third in five.
The Mexican runners are experienced, and are very likely to set a sane and dangerous pace behind the lead pack.
Arturo Malaquias (born 1975) is a Mexican long-distance runner.
Daniel Vargas is a Mexican long-distance runner.
A Mexican runner ended up singing his country's anthem into the race announcer's microphone.
Nevertheless, he led a three-four-five finish by the Mexican runners.