Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Cheng Li #11637 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Effort with Strong Finish Cheng Li maintained a consistent pace during the 2025 Portland Marathon, opening with a steady pace of 10:25 min/mile for the first three miles. His splits showcased a consistent performance with minimal deviation until the 13-mile mark where he managed a brisk 10:05 min/mile split, indicating strategic pacing. Though his pace decreased in the latter half, Cheng successfully concluded the marathon with a total time of 4:58:25. Notably, his final mile was completed in 11:06 min/mile, which reflects a commendable effort to finish strong. Improving pacing strategy throughout the race could be beneficial, particularly from miles 16 to 20, where times varied between 12:04 and 13:01 min/mile. Cheng's placement of 162nd in the M40-44 division among 3445 participants shows competitive spirit, particularly after previously completing a half marathon at a 10:14 min/mile pace. Training with emphasis on maintaining pace could enhance future performances.