The sun beat down on the field of 6,595 throughout the race, while the times were blistering fast the competition was still top notch.
Joan Benoit Samuelson remains the tireless leader of the Cape Elizabeth race that's turning 18. (via The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram)
Chasing the World Championship standard in Europe proved too draining, his agent says. (via The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram)
Gemma Steel, the defending women's champion, can paint and write as well as sprint and stride. (via The Portland Press Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram)
There will be a group run at 1pm on Friday from the front steps of Cape Elizabeth HS with professional runners Alexi Pappas, Will Geoghegan & Riley Masters, come join the group for an easy 30 minute effort.