| 1983 New York City Marathon | |
|---|---|
| Date | 23 October |
| Location |  New York City, NY |
| Event type | Marathon |
| Distance | 42.195 km |
| Edition | 14th |
| Course records | 2:08:12 (1981 men) 2:25.28 (1981 women) |
| Official site | Official website |
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The 1983 New York City Marathon was the 14th edition of the New York City Marathon and took place in New York City on 23 October. [1]
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