Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Matthew Alanskas #10036 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistently Improving Pace Throughout the Marathon Matthew Alanskas demonstrated a strong performance at the 2025 Portland Marathon, maintaining a consistent and progressively improved pace throughout the race. Starting with an even 8:20 min/mile pace for the first two miles, he showed an impressive capacity for steady performance, gradually speeding up from the fourth mile, eventually achieving a notable split of 7:33 min/mile at mile 19 and again at mile 26. Despite a highly competitive field with 3,445 participants, Matthew managed to advance significantly in his placement. He climbed from an initial position of 618 overall to an impressive 323rd by the finish. Such progress was especially clear between miles 3 and 5 where he remarkably moved up over 320 positions. His final overall placement of 323, along with a division rank of 58 in the M25-29 category, reflects both his strategic pacing and relentless determination. Continuing to focus on the latter stages could enhance future performance.