Politician

Paul Ryan

Former Speaker of the US House; 2012 vice-presidential nominee

All evidence

1 record, newest first. Strength changes with age and weight class, so check the date and context before you compare.

1. 1990

   • Marathon4:01:25

     CompetitionAge 201990 Grandma's Marathon, Duluth

     “He finished in 4 hours, 1 minute and 25 seconds.”

     Fact Check: Paul Ryan Exaggerates Marathon Claim (NPR via KUER)News report1990-06-23

     Time confirmed by Ryan's campaign to Runner's World. In 2012 Ryan claimed a sub-3-hour marathon, then admitted the error.