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Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Alex Hellman #10389 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pace Drives Strong Performance Alex Hellman demonstrated impressive pacing and persistence in the 2026 Surf City 10 5K. Starting with a strong mile split of 6:31, Alex quickly moved up the ranks. Transitioning into a faster pace, Alex clocked a 6:23 split on the second mile, which propelled him to the 18th overall position out of 2,148 participants and 4th in the M 30-34 division. The final mile saw further improvement, with a 6:17 split time. Over the full 5K, Alex maintained an average pace of 6:23 per mile, completing the race with a finish time of 19:47. His performance placed him 17th among male competitors. By focusing on incremental gains across each split, Alex showcased a well-executed race strategy. Maintaining this improvement focus will continue to yield strong finishes. Congratulations, Alex! Keep pushing for those goals!