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Date: May 24, 2026 Participant: Sam Mangini #1609 Race: 2026 Vermont City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Growth and Strong Finish Sam Mangini showcased impressive pacing with a finish time of 3:25:05 in the 2026 M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon. Starting with a steady pace of 8:31 min/mile, he maintained consistency through the midpoint of the race, showing a remarkable ability to manage his effort. Sam's pace quickened from mile 9, consistently shaving seconds off each mile. Notably, he achieved a swift 6:40 min/mile in the final mile, demonstrating significant endurance. His average pace was 7:49 min/mile, a testament to his steady and strategic pacing. With an overall placement of 283rd out of 1834 participants, Sam placed well in the Male 16-24 division, finishing 31st. Throughout the race, his strategic management is seen in the split times that progressively improved, particularly from miles 22 to 26, where his pace ranged from 6:57 to 6:40 min/mile. Focusing on more continued speed training could potentially see Sam pushing his limits even further in future races.