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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Elizabeth Nelson #404 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance with Strong Divisional Placement Elizabeth Nelson steadily competed in the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon, completing the 26.2-mile course in 3:24:47 with a consistent pace of 7:48 min/mile. Finishing 10th in her division (F16-24) out of a large field of competitors highlights her strong execution. Early splits show a promising start, notably clocking 7:24 min/mile at the 4th and 5th miles. Her pace remained stable despite gradual increases, with the fastest split at 9 miles marking a 7:20 min/mile. Noteworthy is her last-mile split at 7:34 min/mile, indicating a strong finish. As she analyzes her race, a focus on maintaining mid-race pacing might further enhance her performance, particularly between the 21st and 23rd miles where her splits slightly dipped. Overall, Elizabeth delivered a commendable performance amidst a competitive field.