The 52nd edition of the New York City Marathon was in full swing on Sunday (November 5).As the last of six World Marathon Majors events scheduled for 2023, thousands of people gathered to watch the 50,000 runners.And despite the athletes taking to the streets of NYC to complete the 26.2-mile course rightfully being at the center of the attention, the emblematic sports competition had another type of show-stopping group of people: poster holders.Bored Pandarounded up a couple of the best signs that were spotted at the event.This post may includeaffiliate links.

The 52nd edition of the New York City Marathon was in full swing on Sunday (November 5).

As the last of six World Marathon Majors events scheduled for 2023, thousands of people gathered to watch the 50,000 runners.

And despite the athletes taking to the streets of NYC to complete the 26.2-mile course rightfully being at the center of the attention, the emblematic sports competition had another type of show-stopping group of people: poster holders.

Bored Pandarounded up a couple of the best signs that were spotted at the event.

This post may includeaffiliate links.

Even Seth Phillips, Aka Dude With Sign, Shared One Of His Iconic Posters

Some People Were Straight Up Hilarious

And Now We’re Here

No Comment.

Someone “Ron Weasleyed” The Runners Instead Of Simply Cheering Them On

Not Sure What Christopher Walken Did, Maybe People Oppose Deer Hunters?

Sport Enthusiasts Were Particularly Busy That Day

Cheering? No, Sometimes People Want Discouragement

A Special Mention To Those Suffering From Uncomfortable Rubbing Body Parts Was Made

Why Make A Poster Complicated When Two Words Suffice

Natural Needs And Especially Flatulence Were A Recurring Theme During The Event

Do You Think Some Runners Stopped To Unpack Their Inner Emotional Struggles?

Some Viewers Took Things Personally

Who Forgot About This Satirical Conspiracy Theory?

Oh Dating Apps… Everyone’s Nightmare

Rat Puns Are Really Under-Rat-Ed

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Some Marathon Watchers Had A Very Niche Sense Of Humor

A Special Mention To New York’s Infamous Rodents

The Meta Big Brother Eyes Were Everywhere

Some Runners May Have Needed Tough Love

Counting Down Miles Must’ve Been The Best Approach

Nice Body Parts

Naturally, A Major Event Wouldn’t Be Major Without The Presence Of Taylor Swift

Some Supporters Had Very Encouraging Words

Now That Should Light A Fire Under Their Derriere

Some Inter-State Competition Never Hurt Anyone

Others Seemingly Came Straight From Bikini Bottom In Support Of The Runners

The Marathon Was The Perfect Occasion To Air Out Personal Problems, It Seemed

Politics Was Another Winning Theme During The Marathon

Someone Should Call Charlie Xcx

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