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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Ricky Truong #46318 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Mid-Race Surge Elevates Performance Ricky Truong represented the 72nd Gracers in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest's 5K event. Over a 3.1-mile course, his final elapsed time was 33:20, giving him an average pace of 10:45 min/mile. Notably, Ricky executed a strong strategic move between the first and second mile, where his pace surged significantly. Starting with a 16:01 pace for the first mile, he accelerated impressively to a 6:21 pace in the second mile, boosting his overall ranking to 1602 from 4009. The second-mile effort had a considerable impact. While finishing with an overall place of 2370, Ricky showcased a well-managed endurance strategy. Awareness of early pacing will be key to leveraging this mid-race surge more effectively across the entire course. He finished 237th within his M25-29 age division. Engaging earlier with his stronger pacing could further enhance his results. His participation added to the vibrant team spirit of the 72nd Gracers.