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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Xavier Morales #255 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Progression with a Strong Finish Xavier Morales displayed consistent pacing throughout the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon, with an overall elapsed time of 3:30:55 and an average pace of 8:03 min/mile. Starting with an 8:28 min/mile pace, Xavier progressively accelerated, notably achieving his fastest split in the final mile, clocking a 7:24 min/mile. This final mile surge highlights his capacity to conserve energy for a robust finish. His consistent improvement is evident as he maintained a steady overall placement, ending 356th out of 1,834 participants. Examining his standing within the Male 16-24 age division, Xavier ranked 41st, suggesting competitiveness within his category. Notable pace improvements between miles 9 and 13 exhibit Xaviers mid-race strength, with sustained times averaging just under 8 minutes per mile. Maintaining consistent pace after mile 20 could further enhance his performance. Continue building on the strong finish and managing mid-race pacing for even better results.