Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 3, 2026 Participant: Saskia Van Brakel #6200 Race: 2026 Run The Wharf 5K

Fast start, then steady closing over the final 3km Saskia ran 5.00km in 19:35, averaging 3:55/km. She finished 20th female, 9th in the female 2630 division, and 270th overall out of 5,624. That placed her in roughly the top 5% of the field and top 0.4% among women by position listed. Her opening kilometre was sharp at 3:28, where she briefly led the womens standings. From 2km onward, she settled into a more even rhythm: 3:53, 4:25, 3:56, and 3:56 per km, with the final 2km matched exactly. That consistency late in the race stands out, especially after the quick start. For a faster overall time next time, the clearest opportunity is pacing the first 2km a little more evenly so the middle kilometre stays closer to the strong closing pace.