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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Shane Thompson #1953 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace Leads to Steady Finish Shane Thompson completed the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon with an elapsed time of 3:47:40, maintaining an overall pace of 8:41 minutes per mile over the 26.2-mile course. Shane secured a commendable position, finishing 536th overall and 402nd among males, with a division placement of 51st in the M40-44 category. This performance displays a strong commitment to steady pacing and determination. Notably, Shane demonstrated consistency with most split paces clustering in the 8:30 to 9:01 min/mile range. A highlight was mile 26, with an impressive 8:20 min/mile split showcasing endurance and drive to finish strong. For future races, focusing on sustaining the 8:20-8:34 min/mile range Allan has shown potential in, could yield further improvement in results. The promising pacing strategy is a solid foundation for more competitive finishes ahead.