Results/Photos

Date: June 27, 2026 Participant: Todd Pettyjohn #2487 Race: 2026 Seattle Marathon | Summer Events Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace and Strong Finish Todd Pettyjohn maintained a commendable pace throughout the 2026 Seattle Marathon Half Marathon, averaging a pace of 6:41 min/mile. He completed the 13.1-mile race with a total time of 1:27:35. Todd showed impressive consistency, starting with a 6:47 min/mile for the first mile and improving in the latter miles, notably clocking a swift 6:15 for the final mile. His position improved progressively from 35th at mile one to 19th overall by the finish, showing strategic pacing and endurance. Throughout the race, Todd placed 16th among male competitors and took a strong 6th place in his M30-39 division, out of 1,147 total participants. Notably, mile 9 marked a turning point where Todd began to accelerate, achieving several sub-6:30 splits in the last four miles. This finish showcases his strong closing ability. Continuing to focus on maintaining consistent early pacing while leveraging his strong finish could further enhance future race performances.