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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Phyllis Tillinghast #1188 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace with Strong Finish Phyllis Tillinghast maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon, finishing with an overall time of 4:50:49 and an impressive pace of 11:05 min/mile over the 26.2 miles. Phyllis achieved a solid 6th place in her division (F60-64), a commendable feat in a competitive field. Her notable performance was highlighted by a steady increase in pace, culminating in a final mile completed in just 9:52 min/mile, her fastest of the race. During the marathon, Phyllis maintained a strong position, often fluctuating within the top 10 of her division, displaying consistency across the splits. Notable splits include her consistent speed between miles 14 and 16, where she held a steady pace around 11:17 min/mile. Encouragingly, the final miles showed a noticeable improvement in speed. Maintaining this finishing momentum in future races could be beneficial, as it highlights her capacity to close the race powerfully.