Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Sam Lomax #20550 Race: 2025 Portland Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Strong Performance with a Quick Start Sam Lomax delivered an impressive performance at the 2025 Portland Marathon. Starting with a brisk first mile at a 4:13 pace, he quickly took a strong position, securing second overall by the second mile. Throughout the race, his pacing remained consistent, maintaining a solid pace around 5:05 to 5:10 per mile. This steady effort allowed him to finish first in his division (M25-29) and seventh overall in a field of 5,623 participants. The most notable aspect of Sam's race was his ability to sustain a strong and competitive pace, finishing the half marathon with an elapsed time of 1:07:43. Despite slightly varying split times, his overall pace of 5:10 minutes per mile showcases his endurance and racing strategy. Continuing to focus on maintaining pace uniformity between splits could further enhance his performance in future races.