Results/Photos

Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Matthew Johnson #20100 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Surging Through The Pack with Strategic Pacing Matthew Johnson delivered a commendable performance at the 2026 Surf City 10 10K race. Starting strong with a first-mile pace of 11:34 minutes, Matthew quickly adapted, demonstrating remarkable improvement in pacing. His most significant leap occurred between mile 1 and mile 2, shaving an impressive 4:11 off his split time, clocking in at 7:23 for the second mile. This strategic adjustment elevated his position, jumping from 738th place overall to 413th in just one mile. From miles 2 through 6, Matthew maintained a consistently faster pace, finishing strong with a final mile split of 7:13. This consistency allowed him to secure 182nd place overall out of 2,818 participants and notably 20th in his M 40-44 division. There's substantial evidence of his strategic racing skills, with his average pace settling at a solid 8:11 min/mile. Keep up the excellent work, Matthew!