Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Kelvin Kipchirchir #20647 Race: 2025 Portland Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Pacing Strong with Top Division Finish Kelvin Kipchirchir showed a consistent performance at the 2025 Portland Marathon, achieving an impressive elapsed time of 2:41:51 for the 26.2-mile course. He maintained a steady pace of 6:10 minutes per mile, earning him the 3rd place in his division and placing him 11th overall among 3445 participants. Kelvin's early splits, notably his first mile at 5:39, set an energetic tone for his race. Despite slowing slightly later, he maintained a solid pace throughout. In the early miles, Kelvin demonstrated strong positioning, reaching as high as 3rd overall. His optimal performance came in the division M25-29, where he held the 1st position for the first nine miles. The pacing reveals a slight drop towards the final stretch, with the last few miles averaging a 6:38 split pace. Consistency was his strength, but focusing on maintaining those early paces can further enhance his performance in future events. Great effort, Kelvin!