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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Ella Nyholm #20418 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing with a Strong Finish Ella Nyholm, competing in the 2026 Surf City Marathon, showcased remarkable consistency and resilience throughout the race. Her final time was 3:18:57, allowing her to secure 5th place in her F20-24 division out of a competitive field. Starting strong, Ella maintained a steady pace throughout, progressively moving up in her overall position. She began with an 8:03 minute/mile pace, quickly dropping to sub-8-minute miles, which she sustained throughout the rest of the race. The highlight came in her last few miles where she demonstrated exceptional pacing with consistent splits under 7:40 per mile. Notably, she jumped 95 overall places towards the end, elevating her final standing significantly. Moving forward, focusing on maintaining that sub-8-minute pace consistently from the beginning could optimize overall results even further. Her ability to finish strong is evident, suggesting she has a solid foundation to build on for future races. Keep up the great work, Ella!