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Date: March 29, 2026 Participant: Xiwu Lin #2081 Race: 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing with Solid Finish in Half Marathon Xiwu Lin maintained an impressive effort at the 2026 Saucony Love Run Philly Half Marathon with an overall time of 1:37:05, averaging a steady pace of 7:24 min/mile. The early miles set a solid foundation with the first three miles consistently clocking in at 7:15 to 7:16 min/mile pace. Performance in the M50-54 division was notable, peaking at 6th place through the first three miles before experiencing some position shifts. There was significant variability in pacing between splits. Notably, the 7th mile marked the slowest with a split of 7:58, while the 8th mile showcased a commendable recovery with a swift 6:53 split. Over the entire course, pacing remained tightly grouped around the race's average pace, demonstrating resilience and endurance. While rank fluctuated throughout the race, finishing 15th in a competitive division out of many participants is commendable. Consistent pacing and recovery after slower segments were key strengths.