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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Gordon Kelly #1523 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Performance with Notable Consistency Gordon Kelly, at 63, from West Linn, OR, showcased a remarkably steady pace at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon. His overall finishing time was 1:58:47, equating to a 9:04 min/mile average pace over 13.1 miles. Notably, he achieved a commendable 5th place after the first mile in his division, M60-64, before ending in 12th position within this category. This suggests initial strong pacing and endurance balance. Key splits include an initial mile pace of 8:35 min/mile, positioning him well early on. The third mile showed a swift recovery after a slower second-mile stretch at 15:07 min/mile, as he hit the 3:43 min/mile mark. His last few miles showed improved consistency, maintaining close to even pacing between 8:49 and 9:14 min/mile. Future focus could involve sustaining early momentum further into the race for enhanced placement results. Overall, Gordon's performance exhibited resilience throughout.