Results/Photos

Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Ryan Kennedy #1257 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Ryan Kennedy maintained a commendable pace throughout the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon. His average pace was 8:21 per mile, finishing the marathon in 3:39:05. Initially, he started with an 8:43-minute mile and successfully accelerated to under 8:30 minutes per mile by the halfway point. Noteworthy moments include his 8:13-minute mile at the 12th mile and an impressive 7:54 in the 13th mile, showcasing effective pace management. The latter part of his race evidenced a strong finish, culminating in a swift 7:58-minute split in the 26th mile. Placing 41st in the M40-44 division, Ryan concluded in the top 24% overall and maintained his position well within his gender category. Improvements might be seen in maintaining even faster mile paces towards the end. Overall, this performance illustrates endurance and strategic pacing across the entire marathon distance.