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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Scott Kipers #6199 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort and Pace Control Scott Kipers, a 61-year-old runner from Glassboro, NJ, demonstrated consistency in his pacing during the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon. Completing the 13.1-mile race in 2:04:51, he maintained an overall pace of 9:31 minutes per mile. Scott expertly controlled his pace across various splits, notably maintaining a steady pace between miles 2 and 4, and again from miles 6 to 12, all around the 9:17 - 9:31 range. Just a few sections showed variation, such as Mile 7, which was slightly slower at 10:16 per mile. However, Scott quickly adjusted in Mile 8 with his fastest split of 9:07 per mile, showcasing his ability to recover and push forward effectively. In a field of over 11,500 participants, Scott's finish placed him within the upper 40% overall, and 40th in his division. Continued focus on maintaining a stable pace in the later miles could offer further improvements.