Results/Photos

Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Raphael Irving #40538 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Effort and Steady Performance Raphael Irving demonstrated a consistent pace throughout the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest 5K, presenting a solid execution of the race strategy. Starting with a 16:58 min/mile pace for the first mile, Raphael maintained a steady pace, completing the second mile in 17:02 min/mile. The final mile showed only a slight decrease to 17:26 min/mile, showcasing his consistent pacing strategy. His overall time was 52:58, placing him 89th in the M55-59 division out of the total 6521 participants. The final pace averaged 17:05 min/mile. This performance reflects his ability to maintain an even pace, particularly noteworthy given the close split times across the race. To enhance future races, focusing on slightly increasing pace consistency and pace grade could be beneficial. Raphael's approach ensured he finished strong and was competitive within his age division.