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Date: April 26, 2026 Participant: John Kim #3410 Race: 2026 Eugene Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Steady Speed with Strategic Acceleration John Kim demonstrated consistent pacing throughout the 2026 Eugene Marathon, maintaining an average pace of 6:57 min/mile over the 26.2 miles. Notable improvements were seen mid-race, particularly at mile 6 where John accelerated to a split pace of 6:26 min/mile. This strategic increase helped him improve his ranking in the M45-49 division, moving up to the 8th position at various mile markers. While John's performance was stable with a strong mid-race acceleration, the final stretches saw a noticeable decrease in pace, particularly between miles 20 and 26. Despite this, John managed to finish the race with a total time of 3:02:18, ranking 13th in his division out of a large field of nearly 5,500 participants. Continued focus on endurance for the later miles could enhance overall finishing time. Well done on navigating a competitive field with such consistency!