Chris Batista Leads Locals at 130th Boston Marathon; Jim Musante Completes 46th
Locals at Boston Marathon: Chris Batista fastest; Jim Musante guts out his 46th
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At the 130th Boston Marathon, Chris Batista from DeLand recorded the fastest local time of 2:53:12, while Jim Musante from New Smyrna Beach completed his 46th consecutive marathon despite injuries, finishing in 4:54:59. Shannon Jones was the fastest local woman, clocking in at 3:00:18.
- 01Chris Batista finished with the fastest local time of 2:53:12.
- 02Shannon Jones was the fastest local woman, completing the race in 3:00:18.
- 03Jim Musante extended his streak to 46 consecutive Boston Marathons.
- 04Musante faced challenges due to injuries but managed to finish in 4:54:59.
- 05The marathon featured over 30,000 competitors from 120 countries.
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The 130th Boston Marathon saw over 30,000 participants from 120 countries. Chris Batista, aged 44 from DeLand, achieved the fastest local time of 2:53:12. Shannon Jones, 40, from Ormond Beach, was the fastest local woman, finishing at 3:00:18 and placing 53rd in her age division. Jim Musante, 68, from New Smyrna Beach, completed his 46th consecutive Boston Marathon despite battling injuries, finishing in 4:54:59, his second slowest time. Musante expressed relief at finishing, especially after doubts about his ability to complete the race. His wife, Kitty Musante, also participated in the Boston 5K, securing fifth place in her age division with a time of 24:16.
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The completion of the Boston Marathon by local runners fosters community pride and encourages participation in future events.
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