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NYC MARATHON ‘07: Lance Armstrong Aiming for 2:50 Finish Time

Posted November 4th, 2007 at 10:32 AM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Special Features, Live Race Coverage

In a running interview with Runner’s World Editor-in-Chief David Willey, Lance Armstrong said he is aiming for a 2:50 finish time this year. Although he trained more this year, Armstrong didn’t sound too confident (despite looking far more comfortable this year than last).

It should be noted that Armstrong does not have what Willey called a “entourage”, or pacers, this year. Last year celebrity pacers like Alberto Salazar ran portions of the race with Armstrong; Undoubtedly helpful for a first time marathoner but also something that drew a plethora of criticism.

This year, with no marathoning legends of Hall of Fame runners in sight, Armstrong is all by himself this year - well other than the runner with green hair who is currently beside him. Ya’ gotta’ love NYC.

Best of Luck Lance.

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