Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Corina Waggoner #12938 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Improvement and Strong Finish Corina Waggoner completed the 2025 Portland Marathon with a final time of 5:26:53 and an average pace of 12:28 min/mile across the 26.2-mile course. She showcased notable pacing during the latter stages of the race, especially her splits from mile 24 to mile 26, each clocking in at 10:07 min/mile. This strong finish placed her at 1,242nd among females and 111th in her division. Corina commenced with a promising first mile at 11:13 min/mile, maintaining a consistent pace for the initial half of the race. Throughout the marathon, varying paces were noted, reflecting a strategy that adjusted to the mile markers, ensuring she closed the race with her fastest splits. Significant progress can be seen when comparing her performance to her previous year's result in the 2024 Portland Marathon, where she had an average pace of 12:38 min/mile. Corina's continued improvement showcases her dedication and determination—a commendable effort in her marathon journey.