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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Xiaoqing Dong #960 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strategic Moments Xiaoqing started the race with a steady pace of 8:15 min/mile through the first half, indicated by her consistent split times between miles 1 and 4. A notable moment occurred at mile 5, where she picked up the pace to 8:05 min/mile, showcasing her ability to strategically push when needed. Her pacing initially fluctuated before stabilizing to maintain an overall elapsed pace of 8:27 min/mile. Around miles 7 and 9, Xiaoqing experienced slower paces of 9:26 and 9:00 min/mile, respectively. These moments may suggest areas of focus for maintaining consistent pacing in similar conditions. Despite these fluctuations, Xiaoqing demonstrated discipline by finishing with a strong 8:23 min/mile at mile 13. Overall, she completed the half marathon in 1:50:42, ranking 676th among females and 41st in her division. With her strategic pace maintenance and determination, she set a solid performance benchmark for future events.