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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Nicholas Taylor #1323 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strong Intermediate Splits Nicholas Taylor maintained a solid performance throughout the marathon, ending with a total time of 3:44:51 and an average pace of 8:34 min/mile. Notably, his pace in the first half was quite consistent, hovering around the 7:54 to 8:20 min/mile range up until the 10-mile mark. The most impressive strategic move was between miles 0 and 6, where Nicholas stayed well under an 8:00 min/mile average pace, showcasing strong start tactics with an ability to sustain effort over the distance. In the latter part of the race, Nicholas experienced pacing variations, particularly a standout split at mile 24 with a 6:29 pace, reflecting an impressive push toward the finish line. However, there were opportunities to maintain pacing strategy, particularly noted at mile 25 with the split time slowing to an 11:55 pace. Nicholas finished 507th out of 1834 participants, highlighting overall dedication and stamina during the demanding race.