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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Nicole Hata #20823 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Progress and Strong Finish in Surf City Marathon Nicole demonstrated a remarkable ability to manage her pacing throughout the Surf City Marathon. After starting with a 9:28-minute mile, she progressively increased her pace, eventually running the last mile at 7:43. Her average pace for the marathon was a consistent 8:29 min/mile. This consistent performance allowed her to finish 362 out of 2517 overall, placing 63rd in her gender and 14th in her division (F20-24). Key statistics highlight impressive progress with notable placements near the end of the race. At mile 9, she achieved her best placement of 178 overall and 7th in her division. Nicole's overall improvement in placementfrom 977 at the first mile to 362 at the finishreflects a strong pace strategy and endurance. To further improve, focusing on early pacing consistency while maintaining the impressive finishing acceleration could enhance her next performance.