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Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Daniel Pham #30761 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 10 Miler Distance: 10.0 miles

Steady Progression Leads to Strong Finish Daniel Pham delivered a commendable performance at the 2026 Surf City 10 Miler. Daniel exhibited noteworthy progress throughout the race, starting with a leisurely pace of 24:11 min/mile in the first mile which gradually quickened, culminating in the fastest split of 8:35 min/mile in the final mile. This progression highlights his ability to adapt and maintain stamina, a crucial skill in longer races. Throughout the race, Daniel demonstrated significant gains in overall placement. For instance, he improved from 3262nd place in the first mile to an impressive 2261st by the finish. Particularly notable was his gain in the 8th mile, where he moved to 1926th overall, a jump of nearly a thousand places. Finishing with a total time of 1:53:02 and placing 244th in the Male 35-39 division signifies strong competitive standing. Keep focusing on pacing strategy to further enhance race outcomes. Exceptional effort, Daniel!