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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Hogyu Choi #4724 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with Strong Finish Hogyu Choi maintained a remarkably consistent pace throughout the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon, finishing with an overall time of 1:28:51 and an average pace of 6:46 min/mile. Early splits were steady, hovering around 6:37 min/mile at the start with minimal fluctuation. Notably, he maintained a consistent top-tier position within his age division (M35-39), with periodic climbs in placement, highlighting a strategic race execution. In the second half, there was a minor decline in ranking, yet Hogyu regained momentum toward the end, reclaiming positions and demonstrating resilience with a strong concluding mile at a 6:45 pace. Maintaining a balanced effort across 13.1 miles, particularly with a notable push around mile 11 bolstered his finish. Exploring strategies to slightly enhance mid-race pace, while ensuring sustainable energy distribution might advance his standing even further in future races.