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Runner Denise Peralta inspires through New York Mini 10K experience

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:25 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Runner Denise Peralta inspires through New York Mini 10K experience

Summary

Denise Peralta, a participant in the 2026 Mastercard New York Mini 10K, reflects on her journey that began with the Run for the Future program. After initially stepping away from running, she returned through connections made in the program and has since completed over 13 races, including the NYC Marathon. This summer, she will serve as a race buddy for Run for the Future. The event will feature an all-women broadcast team and will be available for viewing via livestream on ESPN+ and NYRR's YouTube channel starting at 7:45 a.m. ET.

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•Denise Peralta started running through Run for the Future in 2015.
•She completed 13+ NYRR races after rejoining running through alumni connections.
•Peralta will be a race buddy for Run for the Future this summer.
•The 2026 New York Mini 10K features an all-women broadcast team.
•Coverage will be livestreamed on ESPN+ and NYRR's YouTube channel.

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10:25 PMYahoo Sports — New York Mini 10K runner paying it forward to inspire next generation

What they're saying

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As thousands of women lace up for the 2026 Mastercard New York Mini10K, one runner's journey started with a summer program that changed everything.
— Yahoo Sports

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