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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Marlee Evans #442 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistently Strong Performance with Strategic Speed Boosts Marlee Evans, 26, from Bryn Mawr, PA, ran the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon in 1:24:55. Averaging a pace of 6:28 min/mile, she demonstrated strong consistency across the race. Notable was her 8th-mile split, clocking in at 6:12, the fastest in the entire race. Her performance consistently kept her in the top part of her division, F25-29, finishing with a respectable fourth place. Throughout the race, Marlee maintained an impressive pace, particularly in the second and fourth miles where she ranked third and second, respectively, in her division. She improved from 13th in the Female category at the start to eventually securing the 11th spot by the race's conclusion, showcasing her ability to manage pace effectively. Sustaining a steady cadence in later stages while still retaining strong splits could bolster future outcomes.