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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Gavin Keulks #4766 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Finish With Impressive Endurance Gavin Keulks demonstrated notable consistency during the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon. Starting at a pace of 9:53 minutes per mile, Gavin maintained a steady pace through the first five miles, averaging between 9:46 and 9:55. Midway, he navigated a slight slowdown, particularly noticeable at mile six with a 10:26 split. His ability to recover and gradually increase speed in the latter half of the race proved crucial. Notably, Gavin closed the final stretch with vigorous splits, clocking 8:10 at mile nine and an impressive 7:54 at mile ten. Finishing with an overall time of 2:02:50, Gavin achieved an elapsed pace of 9:22 minutes per mile, placing 46th in his division (M55-59) out of 4421 participants. This performance, supported by his team's spirit, demonstrated a commendable racing strategy and endurance. For continued improvement, consider pacing adjustments in the mid-race miles.