Results/Photos

Date: May 23rd to 24th, 2026 Participant: James Vandenberg #1280 Race: 2026 Run Madtown Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Smooth Flamingo Glide through Madtown! James Vandenberg showcased a steady performance across the 2026 Run Madtown Half Marathon with an impressive finish time of 1:28:32. His consistent pace shone through, reportedly clocking an average of 6:45 min/mile. James displayed significant improvement from mile 1 at 7:05 through to mile 13 at 6:46, maintaining positive energy and finishing strong. A notable split came at mile 8, where he accelerated to 6:29, highlighting his ability to pick up the pace strategically. Placing 25th overall and an admirable 4th in his M25-29 division, James stood out among 1,187 participants as an efficient and reliable racer. His consistent improvement through the race positions James on a promising trajectory. Future races could see an even earlier start to his strong splits, ensuring a sustained pace improvement throughout. Madison looked dazzling under his strides, keeping the flamingo spirit ablaze!