Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Kay Jorgensen #11386 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Start with Notable Mid-Race Performance Kay Jorgensen delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Portland Marathon. With a solid start, she maintained a consistent pace, particularly excelling in her age division early on. A key highlight was reaching a sub-7:30 min/mile pace during miles 4 to 10, placing her consistently in the top three of her division. By mile 10, she managed to improve her division standing to first. The early splits demonstrate strong pacing and strategic placement, emphasizing her strength in the first half. As the race progressed, the pace slightly decreased, particularly after mile 17 with the pace rising above 9 min/mile during the final stretch. Ending with an overall time of 3:28:29 and an average pace of 7:57 min/mile, Kay finished 4th in her age group out of a competitive field. Despite the slowdown in the latter part, maintaining top placements in her division showcases her potential. Continued focus on endurance might enhance future results.