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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: shawn alff #21721 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Wheelchair Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Start with Strong Mid-Race Performance Shawn Alff showcased a robust initial pace during the first half of the 2026 Surf City Marathon Wheelchair race. Notably, he maintained a swift 7:34 min/mile split for the first mile, securing 7th place overall and within his gender. His mid-race performance was especially commendable, with a standout transition around mile five, clocking in at 7:12 min/mile, which helped to maintain a consistently strong position throughout the race. In the latter stages, there was a noticeable shift, with pace stabilizing to an average of 8:57 min/mile, concluding with a finish time of 3:54:33. Place standings varied slightly; however, he maintained strong competitiveness, even securing 3rd place in the 9th mile. Overall, Alff finished 9th in a field of 10. Focusing on sustaining earlier splits could further elevate his performance, particularly maintaining intensity in the final miles to close the gap on the competition.