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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Daniel Sturm #21799 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Performance with a Strong Finish Daniel Sturm's performance at the 2026 Surf City Marathon was notable for its consistency and a strong finish. With an average pace of 6:34 min/mile, Daniel maintained a steady cadence throughout the 26.2 miles. He started strong, with his first mile logged at 6:22 min/mile. By mile 5, he had adjusted to a slightly slower yet steady rhythm, reflecting his ability to hold pace effectively until the latter part of the race. Notably, his third split placed him third in his division, showcasing his competitive edge. Daniel ended the marathon with a total time of 2:52:21, taking 4th place in the M30-34 division. His exceptional effort in the final miles saw an impressive 9th place finish for the last split, ultimately placing him 16th overall out of 2517 participants. For future races, maintaining consistency is key, but a focus on adapting pace strategies for the middle segments could optimize performance further.