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Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Ivan Ardashev #11724 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pacing Leads to Division Win Ivan Ardashev delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Surf City 10, showcasing remarkable consistency in his pacing. Representing "Die hard running," Ivan clocked a swift overall time of 17:53 in the 5K event, maintaining an average pace of 5:46 per mile. He made significant gains in the second mile, when he moved up 12 places overall with a 5:46 split. With a lightning-fast start of 5:48 for his first split, Ivan established a strong foundational pace. His second split revealed a marginal drop to 5:46, highlighting his ability to accelerate. Ivan completed the final mile in 5:44, cementing his lead in the Male 40-44 division. Not only did he finish 8th overall out of 2,148 participants, but he also maintained his position in his gender category. Ivan's strategic approach to pacing clearly contributed to his commendable division win.