Results/Photos

Date: June 27, 2026 Participant: Leeza Ershtein #1034 Race: 2026 Seattle Marathon | Summer Events 10K Distance: 6.2 miles

Outstanding Performance with Consistent Leadership Leeza Ershtein delivered a remarkable performance at the 2026 Seattle Marathon, dominating the Female 20-29 division. She consistently maintained a competitive pace, averaging 6:38 minutes per mile over the 10K distance. Starting strong with an impressive 6:22 for the first mile, she strategically adjusted her pace slightly in the second mile, clocking in at 7:01. However, she quickly regained momentum, never falling below a 6:43 pace for the remainder of the race. Throughout the event, Leeza demonstrated formidable consistency and control, improving her position to finish first in her gender category. Notably, she placed first in her division with a cumulative time of 41:11. Maintaining a top tier position, Leeza excelled in both overall and gender standings. For future races, maintaining this strong start while evening out the mid-race splits could lead to an even faster finish and further success. Great job leading the field!