Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 3, 2026 Participant: Jay Atkinson #7411 Race: 2026 Run The Wharf 5K

Fast Finish and Consistent 5K Execution Jay ran 5.00 km in 17:50, averaging 3:34/km. In a field of 5,624, he placed 103rd overall, 27th among men, and 6th in the mens 1825 division. He covered the opening 3 km in 10:41 at 3:33/km, then closed the final 2 km in 7:09 at 3:35/km, showing very steady pacing across the race. His quickest kilometre came last in 3:29, a strong finish after a 3:41 fourth kilometre. That rebound is a useful marker: when the pace dipped slightly at 4 km, he responded well and gained five overall places by the line. In an evening closed-road 5K built for speed, this was a well-controlled effort. For the next race, holding a little more momentum through kilometre 4 could make the finish even sharper.