Results/Photos

Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Chris Chu #6997 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Start with a Steady Finish Chris Chu maintained a consistent pace throughout the race, with early miles clocking an impressive 9:21 to 9:16 min/mile from the first to the fifth mile. Notably, the 5th mile was the fastest split at 9:02 min/mile. His pacing showed impressive control with slight variations, indicating a strong understanding of his running rhythm. A noticeable feature of Chris's run was the slight pace drop in the last few miles, closing the race with a 10:59 min/mile for the last mile. His overall pace for the half marathon stood at 9:30 min/mile, covering the 13.1 miles in 2:04:37. Placing 83rd in his division demonstrates a strong effort in a broad field of participants. For future races, finetuning the pace for the final phase could enhance overall performance. Great effort, and keep up the good work on maintaining those early consistent splits!