Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Philipp Hartung #31137 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Consistent Performance, Strong Finish Philipp showcased remarkable consistency during the 2026 Surf City 5K. Covering 3.1 miles with an average pace of 5:57 min/mile, he completed the race in 18:28. Starting with a 6:11 min/mile for the first mile, Philipp quickly picked up his pace, clocking 5:44 min/mile in the second mile. His strong performance led him to move from 37th to 12th overall by the third mile, maintaining a split pace of 5:58 min/mile. Philipp placed 3rd in his division, Male 35-39, demonstrating his competitive edge among peers with a total participant count of 5020. Impressively, his fastest split occurred during the second mile, which indicates potential for a tactical focus on pacing to maximize performance in future events. Maintaining speed in the final stretch contributed to a commendable showing. Continuing to harness and refine split-second decisions during races could further enhance outcomes.