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Date: April 5, 2025 Participant: Brian Finger #1098 Race: 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles Weather: Clear and cool. Perfect running conditions

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish Brian maintained a steady pace throughout most of the 2025 Whidbey Island Marathon. He demonstrated a measured start with the first mile at a 10:41 pace and progressively improved his pace, peaking at a split time of 7:24 in mile 23. This swift consistency showcases his strategic pacing ability. Along the course, he experienced fluctuations, especially evident at mile 25 with a slowdown to a 12:17 pace, possibly a point to address for future races to sustain momentum. Despite some variability, Brian finished with a total time of 3:50:02 and an average pace of 8:46 per mile. His placement was commendable, finishing 5th in his division and 23rd overall out of 229 participants. This positioning highlights his capability to compete well. Solid pacing and minor adjustments, particularly during the latter parts of the race, could enhance his overall performance next time. Terrific effort in maintaining resilience through the final stretch!