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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: John Dixon #438 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with Strong Finish John Dixon maintained a consistent pace throughout the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon. He completed the 13.1 miles with an overall time of 1:34:47, achieving an average pace of 7:14 min/mile. Starting off strong, Dixon's first mile pace was 7:10 min/mile, and he adeptly held a similar pace for most of the race. His mile 8 effort was particularly notable with a split pace of 6:53 min/mile, showcasing his ability to push through and accelerate as needed. Dixon's pacing strategy was effective, with only slight fluctuations between 7:10 and 7:24 min/mile throughout the race. A significant improvement was observed in the final stretch, where he clocked a remarkable 7:01 min/mile in mile 13. Finishing 49th in his division, alongside placing 463rd in his gender category, highlights his competitive edge. For future races, focus on maintaining the momentum in the latter miles to improve overall placement even further.