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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Justin Whitman #1966 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Improvement with a Strong Finish Justin Whitman's performance in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon showed a tremendous pacing strategy that allowed him to progress steadily. Starting at a slower first mile pace of 10:04 min/mile, he gained momentum significantly by the third mile, achieving a split pace of 7:10 min/mile. This strategic adjustment catapulted his position, improving his overall place from 1458 to 838, demonstrating his ability to gain ground as the race progressed. Further into the race, Justin maintained a consistent pace, with notable acceleration after mile eight, peaking in the final stretch with a solid 7:26 min/mile pace over the last mile. His overall finish time was 1:50:26, with an average pace of 8:25 min/mile. In his division of M30-34, Justin placed at 165 out of a total of 4421 participants. This result speaks well of his endurance and capacity to finish strong, reinforcing the effectiveness of his pacing strategy throughout the race.