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Date: Aug. 29, 2026 Participant: Matthew Slack #1270 Race: 2026 Runtastic NEBO Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace with Strong Finish Matthew Slack demonstrated impressive consistency throughout the 2026 Runtastic NEBO Marathon. His average pace of 7:07 min/mile was maintained so well that splits barely fluctuated, showcasing solid endurance and pacing skills. Notably, splits for miles 8 to 12 and 18 to 20 were particularly strong, where Matthew significantly improved his placement in the M25-29 division, ultimately finishing 3rd, and 14th overall out of 308 participants. A highlight was his robust finish over the final miles, with a noteworthy 6:30 split in mile 21, which contributed to achieving a total time of 3:06:48. In terms of constructive improvement, consider strategies to maintain the mid-section momentum, as miles 13 through 17 saw a slight spike in times. Overall, an admirable performance with a solid division placing that points to well-managed energy distribution and an effective race strategy.