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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Maartje Vander Dussen #21163 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Splits and Strong Finish Maartje Vander Dussen maintained a solid and steady performance throughout the 2026 Surf City Marathon. Starting with an opening mile at 8:50 min/mile, she quickly increased her pace, consistently running between 8:18 and 8:32 min/mile across the initial 10 miles. Notably, her placement in her division (F20-24) saw significant improvement midway through the race, reaching as high as 5th position numerically around mile 19 and holding competitive standings through to the finish. She ultimately secured a 17th place finish in her division, F20-24. Her overall race time of 3:43:38, with an average pace of 8:32 min/mile, reflects her ability to hold a consistent and strategic pace. Maartje excelled in the final stretch from mile 24 onwards, significantly improving her overall placement, a key takeaway for future races. A focused approach to maintain that improved pace could enhance her performance even further. Keep up the great work, and consider pacing slightly faster early where feasible.