Rachel Apa, a 24-year-old runner, tragically collapsed and died just two miles from the finish line of the New York City Marathon. This was her first marathon, and she was reported to be in perfect health before the race. The cause of her sudden collapse was determined to be rhabdomyolysis, a rare muscle condition that can lead to severe complications. In her final moments, Apa sent a heartbreaking text to her father expressing her pain. Despite the immediate medical attention she received after collapsing near Central Park, she was pronounced dead shortly after. The incident has raised awareness about the potential health risks associated with intense physical exertion.