Results/Photos

Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: David McCarthy #8649 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Solid Finish with Pacing Consistency and Strong Finish Kick David McCarthy completed the Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon in 1:58:04, averaging a 9:00 min/mile pace. Throughout the race, he demonstrated consistent pacing, beginning with a steady 9:32 min/mile at the first mile. Notably, he maintained sub-10:00 splits throughout, with a notable improvement as he reached the six-mile mark, recording his fastest split in the final stretch at an impressive 7:45 min/mile. David showed an outstanding ability to accelerate towards the end, particularly between miles 11 and 13, where he significantly picked up the pace. This final effort led to a remarkable placement among the top half of his division (20-24), signaling his tenacity. Reviewing his splits reveals a positive trend from mid-race onward, where he gained positions overall and within his gender and age categories. Focusing on sustaining mid-race paces closer to his strong finish could further elevate his positioning in future races.