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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Isaac Hughes #349 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Splits Lead to Strong Finish Isaac Hughes delivered a solid performance at the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon. Maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race, he completed the marathon in 3:17:32, averaging a pace of 7:32 min/mile. Notably, he clocked his fastest mile at mile 9 with a pace of 6:42. His splits hovered closely around the 7-minute mark for the majority of the race, demonstrating consistency and stamina. Despite experiencing a slight decrease in pace during miles 23 and 24, where his splits extended to 13:57 and 10:30 respectively, Isaac managed to regain momentum in the final two miles, closing the race on a positive note. By maintaining a strong, steady pace and bouncing back from temporary setbacks, Isaac completed the race strong, emphasizing his ability to pace effectively. His performance shows great potential and minor pacing improvements could further enhance future race results.