Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Michael Tworoger #12859 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Finish With Consistent Pacing Michael Tworoger delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Portland Marathon, demonstrating remarkable consistency throughout the 26.2-mile course. He maintained an average pace of 7:20 min/mile, completing the race in 3:12:08. His disciplined approach was evident as he stayed within a narrow range of paces, with most splits flirting around this average. Notably, Michael executed a strong push in the final mile, registering a split time of 6:50 min/mile. Michael placed 2nd in his M55-59 age division, showcasing his competitive edge among 3445 participants. Improvements can be made in maintaining late-race pacing, as minor slowdowns appeared in the final segments. However, his final surge demonstrates significant capacity for speed, offering a strategic element to capitalize on in future races. Congratulations to Michael for an excellent performance and for representing the Doernbecher Dinos team in style!