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Date: May 9, 2026 Participant: Marina Barragan #5311 Race: 2026 Santa Barbara Wine Country 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Division Win Marina Barragan delivered a strong performance at the 2026 Santa Barbara Wine Country Half 5K. With a final time of 24:18 and an average pace of 7:50 min/mile, Marina secured a commendable 3rd place among female participants, showcasing consistency and speed. Notably, she clinched 1st place in her F20-24 age division, demonstrating her competitive edge among peers. Her pacing strategy was impressive, starting with an 8:17 min/mile in the first mile. Despite a slight slowdown to 8:29 min/mile in the second mile, Marina finished powerfully with a 7:00 min/mile in the third mile. This strong finish helped improve her overall ranking to 12th among 352 participants. The split time analysis indicates potential for even pacing in future races. Maintaining a consistently fast pace could further enhance her performance and standings.