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

Consistent Pacing Secures Podium Finish Yiqing Lu displayed impressive consistency and speed during the 2026 Seattle Marathon. Achieving an overall time of 1:28:25 in the half marathon, she maintained an average pace of 6:45 min/mile. Notably, Yiqing secured the 2nd place in the F20-29 division and finished 4th among female participants. Her consistent splits, with most staying between 6:43 and 6:51 min/mile, reinforced her strategic pacing. The standout moments in her race include a strong performance in the 4th mile with a split of 6:39 min/mile, and a closing 13th mile at the same pace. Her ability to hold her position, consistently placing 24th-27th overall and maintaining 4th in gender ranking throughout the race, contributed greatly to her success. To build on this performance, a focus could be on adjusting strategies for potential gains in the final miles.