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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Joseph Ludena #40688 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Pace Acceleration and Strong Finish in 5K Joseph Ludena demonstrated a notable improvement in pace throughout the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest 5K. Starting with an initial pace of 15:05 minutes per mile, Joseph quickly found his stride by the second mile, increasing his pace to 7:14, which significantly elevated his standings. He completed the third mile at a consistent 8:27 pace, and finished with an overall pace of 10:13 minutes per mile. Joseph's strong acceleration between the first and second miles was impressive. He moved up from the 3743rd position to 1878th overall by the second mile, showcasing a significant rise in performance. Ending 55th in his division (M50-54) out of numerous participants indicates solid competitiveness. For future races, maintaining the rapid pace achieved in mile 2 throughout could further improve placement and overall timing. Keep up the strong work with your team, Running Across the Uterverse!