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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Steve Lynch #44221 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 5K Run Distance: 3.1 miles

Strong Middle Mile Boosts Performance Steve Lynch, competing for the Doernbecher Dinos, completed the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest 5K with a final time of 30:39 and an average pace of 9:53 min/mile. Notably, his second-mile performance stands out with an impressive split pace of 5:25, significantly improving his ranking from 3726 to 1001 overall. This sharp increase illustrates a strong capability to accelerate mid-race, which can be strategically advantageous in future events. To further enhance his performance, consistency in pacing could be beneficial; the drop in pace from mile 2 to mile 3 (5:25 min/mile to 9:12 min/mile) is an area to examine. Steve finished 101st in his division, M40-44, out of 175, demonstrating solid competition. Overall, among 6521 participants, his efforts were commendable, with fluctuations in splits indicating potential areas to refine strategy and stamina. Keep harnessing that burst of speed seen in the second mile.