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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Zheyan Li #50443 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly 7K Distance: 4.35 miles

Consistent Performance with Potential for Pacing Optimization Zheyan Li exhibited a steady pace throughout the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly. Clocking an overall time of 48:17 for the 7K event, she maintained an increasing yet consistent split pace, starting with a 10:40 min/mile and finishing with an 11:08 min/mile at the fourth mile. Her pacing reflected a slight slow down as the race progressed, with an overall pace of 11:06 min/mile. Position-wise, Zheyan experienced a shift, beginning at 372nd place overall and eventually finishing at 933rd. In her division (F20-24), she moved from 38th to 101st place. While these results indicate room for growth, the initial strong pacing can serve as a foundation for future races. Working on maintaining or slightly improving split paces in the later stages of a race might enhance overall placement and performance. Solid foundation observed, and refining pacing could lead to strategic gains.