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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Rufus Harvey #9913 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Effort With Targeted Adjustments Needed Rufus maintained a strong start in the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly, with his initial three miles at a consistent 10:35 min/mile pace, leaving him in a favorable position within his division. Mid-race, at mile 4, there was a noticeable drop in standings, highlighting areas for a strategic focus on pacing. As the race progressed, variations in split times emerged. A commendable push was noted in the 5th mile, improving to a 10:29 min/mile pace, followed by a challenging stretch around mile 7 at 11:35 min/mile. Ending on a strong note, Rufus clocked a brisk 10:28 min/mile in the 13th mile, culminating with an overall time of 2:22:03. Consistent pacing in practice could refine race performance. Placing 167th in his division shows competitive potential awaits cultivation.