Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Melissa Burr #10370 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace Breakthrough with Late Surge Melissa maintained a steady pace throughout the marathon, averaging a 14:51 min/mile over the entire course. Notable consistency was observed from mile 1 (14:15 min/mile) to mile 8 (14:20 min/mile), which contributed to maintaining a position within her category. A standout part of the race was between miles 24 to 26, where she improved her pace significantly to 14:11 min/mile, culminating with a 5:05 min/mile split over the last 0.2 miles, showcasing a remarkable surge. While her overall rank was 2954 out of 3445 participants, Melissa demonstrated significant positioning in the F50-54 division, finishing 51st. Focus on the pacing strategy through the middle segment could optimize performance further. Congratulations on a commendable run with BAMFIC Solutions. This solid foundation sets a great benchmark for future races. Consider maintaining that strong finish strategy throughout other parts of your race to potentially improve overall pace.