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Date: June 27, 2026 Participant: Yiqing Lu #2692 Race: 2026 Seattle Marathon | Summer Events Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Steady Performance with Strong Division Placement Yiqing Lu delivered a consistent performance at the 2026 Seattle Marathon's half marathon event with an elapsed time of 1:28:25 and a pace of 6:45 min/mile over the 13.1-mile course. She secured the 4th place position amongst females and impressively clinched 2nd place in the F20-29 division out of 1,151 participants. Her consistent pacing from start to finish showcases her endurance and strategic race execution. Each mile split remained tightly within a 6:36 to 6:56 min/mile range, demonstrating her ability to maintain a steady pace throughout the race. Her strongest mile came at the 13-mile mark, with a quick 6:36 split. Despite a slight variance earlier, her overall pace was remarkably unwavering. Improving on these small variances could further enhance future performances. Strong placement in a competitive field highlights her capability and potential for continued success.