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Date: Sept. 20, 2026 Participant: Manuel Robles #11328 Race: 2026 Surf City 10 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Steady Improvement with Strong Mid-Race Performance Manuel Robles from Chino, CA, participated in the 2026 Surf City 10 5K. Starting strong, Manuel completed the first mile with a pace of 14:48 min/mile. He showed significant improvement in position by the second mile, moving up 114 places overall to reach 1012, with a pace of 15:06 min/mile. Notably, his placement in the males aged 40-44 category also improved from 52nd to 41st, reflecting a commendable mid-race performance. Though there was a slight increase in his split time during the last mile at 15:39, his overall performance remained consistent, finishing with an elapsed time of 47:24. Manuel's finish saw him at 1289th overall and 57th in his age division. These stats suggest room for pacing strategies, especially towards the end. His commitment to maintaining a consistent pace is a solid foundation. Being part of the Ninth Avenue Foods team seems to be a motivating factor in his racing journey!