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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Matthew Spear #2303 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Strong Division Victory with Notable Mid-Race Surge Matthew Spear's performance at the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest demonstrated impressive pacing and strategic skill. He completed the half marathon in a total time of 1:12:34, maintaining an average pace of 5:32 per mile. His standout moment came during the third mile, where he clocked an outstanding split pace of 4:11, securing second place overall at that point. This shows his capability for a strong mid-race surge, which could be leveraged further in future events. While Spear consistently maintained a pace around the low-to-mid 5-minute mile range, small increases in elapsed pace were noted between miles 7 and 8, where it was 6:28. He finished 7th overall out of 4,421 total participants, and led his M35-39 division. Maintaining a steadier pace towards the end could improve consistency. However, his division-topping performance is commendable, and he shows promise for future races.