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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Andy Shaw #1173 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Pace with a Strong Finish Andy Shaw maintained a solid and consistent pace throughout the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon, demonstrating significant pacing discipline. Starting with a 7:17 min/mile for the first mile, he kept up a relatively steady pace, clocking in splits of 7:17 and 7:13 min/mile for miles two and three. Notably, his pace improved to a remarkable 6:51 min/mile at mile twelve and an even faster 6:43 min/mile for the final mile, showing a powerful finish which is commendable. Overall, Shaw recorded an impressive elapsed time of 1:34:55, averaging a 7:14 min/mile pace. His placement in the race was 37th in the M35-39 division, with strong finishes reflecting strategic pacing and endurance. It's worth noting that his fastest mile times were towards the end, which indicates a strategic reserve of energy. Maintaining such a finishing kick could be advantageous in future races. Keep up the steady pace and strong finishes!