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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Kelly Ann Fransen #1871 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Progression and Consistent Pacing Kelly Ann Fransen from Ashford, CT, demonstrated a strategic and consistent pacing throughout the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon, completing the 26.2-mile course with an overall time of 5:00:14 and an average pace of 11:27 min/mile. A notable performance was evident in her split times, with her quickest pace being at mile 9 with 11:06 min/mile. Her placement improved significantly from the start, as she climbed up from 1286th to 1236th place overall, and finished 29th in her age division, Female 50-54. Kelly Ann exhibited a strong end to her marathon. Between miles 9 and 25, she maintained consistent sub-12-minute paces, which contributed to her stable performance. The slight fluctuation at mile 20, where she paced at 12:04 min/mile, indicates a moment where pacing lagged slightly. Future races could benefit from maintaining closer attention to pacing consistency around the 20-mile mark. Overall, her strategic build-up during the race demonstrates determination and effective energy management.