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Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Michael Cooper #21152 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Consistent Performance with a Fast Finish Michael Cooper from Sun Valley, CA, completed the 2026 Surf City 10 in a total time of 1:11:00, covering the 10K distance at an average pace of 11:27 min/mile. Notably, he showcased a remarkable finish, hitting a speedy final mile with a split pace of 6:05 min/mile. This split boosted his position to 797th overall, 433rd among males, and 87th in his division. Throughout the race, Michael maintained steady efforts, beginning with a solid first mile at a 10:07 min/mile pace. Although he faced some challenges, particularly in mile three with a 19:19 min/mile pace, his strong finish indicates potential for maintaining consistency. Focus on split consistency, especially in the middle miles, could enhance Michael's future performances. His spirited final push was impressive, suggesting further work on pacing could see even greater achievements. Excellent job representing HPMC Hotties, Michael!