Bermudian distance runner Lamont Marshall has opened his competitive season in emphatic style, recording a lightning-fast time of 1 hour, 11 minutes, and 19 seconds (1:11:19) at the Dietz & Watson Philadelphia Half Marathon this morning.
Marshall's blistering pace not only set a strong marker for his season ahead but also saw him dominate his Age Group, claiming the Masters Division victory. His time was quick enough to secure an impressive 9th place finish overall in the competitive Open Division field.
The race course itself provided a scenic, albeit challenging, backdrop for the runners, starting along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in the city's cultural Museum District.
The route winds through Philadelphia’s most scenic and historic neighbourhoods, offering competitors a journey through the city's diverse landscapes.,
Marshall's performance demonstrates he is already in top form as he targets his major objectives for the coming year. His 1:11:19 finish is a major early-season statement.
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