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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Ryan Hsu #2086 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Start with Strategic Pacing Ryan Hsu of Beaverton, OR, showcased consistent pacing at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon. Achieving an overall time of 1:27:58, Ryan maintained an average pace of 6:42 min/mile. Notably, he executed the first three splits between 6:31 and 6:41 min/mile, setting a stable early pace, showing disciplined race management. Ryan's initial placements were commendable, highlighted by being 11th in his division early in the event. Over the race's latter stages, Ryan experienced some variability, notably in mile 8 with a split pace of 7:28 min/mile, which impacted placements. He rebounded effectively in the final mile with a split pace of 6:30 min/mile, illustrating strong finishing capability. Despite fluctuations, finishing as the 26th in the M30-34 division, Ryan excelled among 4,421 participants, reflecting his resilience and strategy. Future efforts might focus on sustaining mid-race momentum to enhance overall performance.