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Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Eric Xie #12065 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Finish with Rapid Progression Eric Xie, representing EXCEED THE LIMIT Run Club, showcased impressive speed changes during the 2026 Surf City 10 5K in Newport, CA. Starting off with a steady pace of 13:34 min/mile for the first mile, Eric rapidly accelerated to an impressive 8:29 min/mile in the second. By the third mile, he achieved a striking 5:00 min/mile, which catapulted him significantly in the rankings. Overall, Eric completed the 5K with an overall time of 27:33 and an average pace of 8:53 min/mile. Out of 2148 participants, Eric secured the 196th spot overall, 144th among male competitors, and achieved 24th place in the M 30-34 division. This performance highlights a commendable mid-race surge, illustrating exceptional pacing strategy. Exploring consistent early pacing could enhance overall speed and rankings in future races. Keep pushing forward!