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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Joshua Watanabe #4453 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Impressive Consistency Marks Steady Improvement Joshua Watanabe, competing in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon, showcased notable consistency and improvement throughout the race. Starting with a 10:31 minute/mile pace in the first mile, Joshua encountered a slight slowdown at miles 2 and 3 with a 13:21 minute/mile split pace. However, he adeptly picked up his pace starting from mile 4, maintaining a progressively faster pace in the second half of the race. By mile 12, he improved his pace to an impressive 9:25 minute/mile, finishing the race with an overall time of 2:16:01, and achieving a final pace of 10:23 minute/mile. His placement reinforces his resilience, as he gained positions toward the end; overall finishing 2,588th out of 4,421 participants. Joshua's performance, representing the "Irish I Could Run Faster" team, indicates potential for future races if he continues to emphasize pacing strategy and endurance.