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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Gabriele Pena #40188 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Impressive Age Division Performance with Notable Pace Adjustment Gabriele Pena demonstrated a remarkable performance at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest 5K presented by Toyota. She completed the 5K run with an impressive overall time of 25:13, which averages a pace of 8:08 min/mile, placing her 7th out of all participants in her F45-49 age division. A notable aspect was her rapid improvement after a conservative start. Starting at 12:11 min/mile, she accelerated significantly during her second mile to a swift 4:36 min/mile pace, reflecting a strong strategic pacing approach. Her results reflect a strong ability to adjust her pace effectively following the first mile, moving from 2472nd to a high of 286th in overall positioning and reaching 3rd in her division at one point. Gabriele's ability to accelerate her pace after her initial mile is commendable and suggests potential for further improvement in managing the initial pace. Continued focus on maintaining the final mile's pace consistently maybe a beneficial next step.