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Date: March 15, 2026 Participant: Xiaoming Zhang #5176 Race: 2026 Shamrock Run Fest presented by Toyota Half Marathon Distance: 13.1 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Xiaoming Zhang displayed commendable consistency throughout the 2026 Shamrock Run Fest Half Marathon in Portland, OR. With a total time of 1:45:42, she maintained an average pace of 8:04 min/mile over the 13.1 miles. Particularly impressive was her ability to maintain a consistent pace after an initial pace of 8:44 min/mile for the first mile, quickening to an efficient 7:25 min/mile by the final mile. Zhang's performance secured her 2nd place in the F55-59 division, proving her competitive edge in this category. Starting strong with a solid pace improvement after the first mile, she maintained a consistent position within the top ranks for her division. Notably, her finishing split of 7:25 min/mile was her fastest, demonstrating a positive strategy with negative splits. Encouraging further improvement, reviewing pacing strategies around the mid-race miles could enhance her overall race time even further.