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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Andrew Brillaud #21334 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish Andrew Brillaud completed the 2026 Surf City Marathon with a final time of 3:15:35, maintaining an average pace of 7:27 minutes per mile. He placed 106th overall, 98th among males, and 15th in the M25-29 division. Notably, he achieved a top-100 rank in several split categories, reflecting a strong performance in a competitive field of 2,517 participants. Andrew displayed consistent pacing, with 18 miles under 7:20 minutes per mile. He demonstrated a swift mid-race improvement, accelerating from a 7:21 pace in the first mile to an impressive 7:00-minute mile by mile 3. The standout performance during mile 9, where he briefly cracked the top 50 overall, highlights a potential area to build on for future races. While the last stretch saw a slight decline in pace, the overall race showcased a stable and commendable execution. Consider focusing on sustaining late-stage acceleration for future events.