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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Sandy Dittell #1572 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish in Half Marathon Sandy Dittell demonstrated a strong performance in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon, finishing with a total time of 1:16:20. Maintaining an average pace of 5:49 minutes per mile, Sandy placed 3rd in the M30-34 division out of many participants. Notably, he began with a first mile split of 5:31, showing early strength and discipline. Sandy encountered the most significant time increases between the 7th and 8th miles, with split times of 6:19 and 6:50, respectively. Despite this middle-section slowdown, he successfully regained speed, concluding with an impressive 13th mile split of 5:29. Sandy's ability to adjust and finish strong is commendable, suggesting a strong strategy in the latter stages. Focus on maintaining the consistent early pace during the middle miles could enhance future performance. Continued emphasis on managing pace variation will be key for upcoming races.