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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Lauren Svatos #40423 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Pace Improvement in 5K Run Lauren Svatos from Portland, OR, delivered a strong performance in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota. Over the course of the 5K, Lauren showcased pronounced improvement in her pacing strategy. Starting with an initial pace of 15:28 min/mile for the first mile, she accelerated significantly during the second mile, clocking a split pace of 5:46 min/mile. This impressive split drastically propelled her position from 3853rd to 1212th overall. Maintaining consistency, Lauren completed the third mile with a split time of 10:10 min/mile, finishing the race with an overall time of 32:23 and an average pace of 10:26 min/mile. Notably, she secured the 116th position in her division among the F35-39 category, marking a commendable performance. An area to revisit could be the start, where a slower initial mile affected her early position. However, the strong progress during the subsequent miles demonstrates excellent adaptability and endurance.