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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Michael Rooney #34996 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota 8K Distance: 5.0 miles

Consistent Improvement in 8K Performance Michael Rooney participated in the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest in the 8K event and represented the 404 Speed Not Found team. Over the course of the race, he demonstrated a solid improvement in pacing. He started with an 11:13 min/mile pace in the first mile, and successfully brought it down to 10:12 min/mile by the fourth mile. His steady improvement placed him 123rd in the M45-49 division. With an overall elapsed time of 51:43, Michael achieved an average pace of 10:24 min/mile, covering a distance of 4.97 miles. His strategic and consistent pace adjustments resulted in elevating his position significantly from 2352nd to 1175th overall by the third mile. For future events, focusing on maintaining the speed noted in mile four could potentially enhance his performance further. Keep up the progress!