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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Meng Chen #51592 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly 7K Distance: 4.35 miles

Consistent Early Performance with a Slight Decline Meng Chen from Philadelphia completed the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly 7K with a total time of 55:07, equating to an average pace of 12:40 min/mile over 4.35 miles. She showed a strong start with the first mile at 12:04 min/mile, moving up from 737th place to 655th overall by the second mile. Highlighting her mid-race, Meng covered the second mile at a quicker pace of 11:49 min/mile, showcasing her ability to recalibrate and gain momentum. As the race progressed, her pace slowed with the third mile at 12:49 min/mile and the fourth at 13:15 min/mile. Despite the slowdown, Meng still managed notable improvements in her division placement by the second split, although there was a drop towards the end overall. Focusing on maintaining pace through the latter stages could potentially enhance final standings further. Overall, Meng displayed a reliable start and considerable mid-race strength.