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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Yan Luo #40745 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent and Strong Finish in Competitive Division Yan Luo completed the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest 5K with a commendable overall time of 20:53, achieving an average pace of 6:44 minutes per mile. His performance placed him 4th in the M45-49 division, indicating a competitive showing among peers. Remarkably, his split times were consistent, with only a 12-second variation across the first three miles. The third mile was his fastest, at 6:38, showing an impressive ability to accelerate towards the end of the race. Luos race strategy appears effective, beginning with a solid first mile time of 6:48 and maintaining a competitive pace that progressively improved his position in both the overall and gender rankings. From the 100th overall place at the start, he finished in 93rd, displaying a strategic execution. Consider maintaining this consistency and possibly enhancing your pacing strategy in the second mile to potentially elevate division placement in future events.