Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 3, 2026 Participant: Natsumi Kuroki #6463 Race: 2026 Run The Wharf 5K

Strong Opening and Fast Closing for a Sub-29 5K Natsumi ran 5.00 km in 28:37, averaging 5:43/km. She placed 2150th of 5624 overall, 679th female, and 142nd in the female 3135 division. Her pacing was steady across the race: 5:35, 5:48, 5:49, 5:51, then a quickest final kilometre of 5:36. That closing split stands out after a controlled middle section. She was well-positioned through 4 km, holding 2071st overall and 641st among women before the final stretch. The data suggests a solid start, consistent middle kilometres, and a strong finish. As a coaching note, aiming to keep kilometres 24 a little closer to her opening pace could trim time while preserving that finishing speed. Run The Wharfs closed-road Canary Wharf 5K suits this kind of rhythm-based effort well.