Regardless of not many people caring about the masters AR, 2:23 is still a very respectable time. Especially for a masters runner. It’s Sara’s fastest marathon in 2.5 years so I agree with OP she should be getting some love.
14 minutes off the WR.
This is like a man running 2:14.
Lagat ran 2:12 at 44. I don't remember that getting much "love."
In short, why should people on a discussion board about professional running care about sub-elite performances?
I agree that it's very impressive at 41. Which is what you would expect of an ex-elite given the opportunity to keep training as a pro. (Does she have a job other than running/influencing?)
But how often does the board light up with "good for an older person" threads?
Lagat received plenty of love. He rewrote the masters record book on the track as well, everything from 800 - 10,000…. was talked about extensively on here
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At what point do you say "Ok, I'm 40 years old, I'm tired, and how much grinding am I going to put myself through. I'm not gonna run faster, and I will feel twice as shi^^y during training and racing.
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I think she just loves racing. I'd do the same thing if I was her.
Her running form was designed for longevity. Same with Des Davila.