Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Tony Solis #21976 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Wheelchair Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Start, Slight Decline Tony Solis maintained a solid performance during the race, finishing with a time of 3:18:04 for the 26.2-mile marathon. His pacing was initially impressive, with his fastest split being at mile 5 with a pace of 6:23 min/mile. Notable moments in his race included reaching the 12-mile mark in the 3rd place overall, showcasing his potential to push ahead early in the race. However, from mile 17 onwards, slight variances in pacing were observed, resulting in a gradual decline in speed. A notable dip occurred at mile 19 with a pace of 9:14 min/mile. And while he ended strong with a recovery to 7:58 min/mile at mile 26, focusing on maintaining a consistent rhythm could help in future races. Tony's overall placement in the top 5 is commendable among a total of 2,593 participants, indicating a strong effort. Keeping an even pace might yield better results in future events.