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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Mario Abarca #22036 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Consistent Pace With a Strong Finish Mario Abarca maintained a steady pace throughout the 2026 Surf City Marathon, finishing with an impressive overall time of 3:26:12. Averaging a pace of 7:52 per mile, he consistently kept his split times between 7:41 and 7:59 minutes per mile. Its noteworthy that he demonstrated strong endurance, with splits in the final miles even faster than the mid-section of the race, culminating in a split of 7:41 for both the 25th and 26th miles. Despite starting in 291st place overall at the first mile, Mario gradually improved his position over the course, showcasing his pacing strategy. He advanced significantly, finishing 175th overall and 23rd in the M25-29 division, climbing ranks steadily after mile 7. This performance suggests a well-executed race plan with energy conserved for a strong finish. Focusing on maintaining these final mile paces earlier in his races could be beneficial in future events.