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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Sydney Michael #20835 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace with Notable Division Performance Sydney Michael demonstrated a consistent pace throughout the 2026 Surf City Marathon, covering the 26.2 miles with an average pace of 8:50 min/mile. At several points, her pacing varied slightly, with the fastest split of 7:40 min/mile occurring between miles 1 and 2. Sydney maintained this steadfast speed, securing a final time of 3:51:40. In her division (F30-34), Sydney achieved a commendable 15th position out of a competitive field, starting as high as 3rd place at the 3rd mile. Despite a slight decrease in pace towards the latter miles, noticeable at mile 23 with a split time of 10:33, she finished strong. Her positioning in the race overall fluctuated, reaching as high as 310th at mile 26. Emphasizing endurance in later stages could further enhance future performances.