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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: John Michael Costales #1143 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Finish with Consistent Improvement John Michael Costales demonstrated impressive consistency and improvement during the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon. Starting at a moderate pace of 10:49 min/mile for the first mile, John progressively quickened his pace over the course. By mile 5, he ran a notably faster split pace of 9:34 min/mile. John's ability to maintain steady pacing is evident through miles 6 to 8, despite slightly increasing split times. A highlight of John's race came toward the end. His final split was completed in a swift 7:57 min/mile, showcasing a strong finish and an ability to pick up the pace significantly when it mattered. Overall, John completed the race in 2:04:45 with an impressive average pace of 9:31 min/mile. His finish placed him in the top third of his division, at 275th out of 4421 participants, which is a commendable accomplishment. Continuing to balance pacing and strong finishes could enhance future race outcomes even more.