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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Madison Pickett #1233 Race: 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Clear and cool. Perfect running conditions

Strong Performance with Consistent Pace Growth Madison Pickett, 26, from Seattle, WA, showcased an impressive performance at the 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon. Madison completed the marathon in 3:47:01, maintaining an average pace of 8:39 min/mile. She achieved a remarkable 5th place in her gender category and clinched the top position in the F25-29 division out of a total of 229 participants. Her consistent improvement in split times and corresponding paces across the different segments indicates a strategic approach to pacing and energy management throughout the race. In terms of split statistics, Madison demonstrated significant gains, especially in the latter half of the marathon. For instance, from mile 16 onward, she consistently improved her pace with a notable peak at mile 23, achieving a split pace of 6:47 min/mile. To further refine her performance for future events, Madison may consider focusing on maintaining a steadier pace during earlier miles to enhance overall endurance and speed in subsequent races.