Results/Photos

Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Zaul Tlatelpa #22327 Race: 2026 Surf City Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles

Strong Consistency with a Competitive Finish Zaul maintained an impressively consistent pace throughout the Surf City Marathon, finishing with an overall time of 2:54:09 at an average pace of 6:38 minutes per mile. Starting strong, he posted his fastest split in the first mile at 6:29. Notably, his 26th-mile split of 7:20 demonstrated a slight slowdown. Consistency was key here, as from miles 1 to 25, his pace varied only slightly, primarily staying between 6:29 and 6:43 minutes per mile. Zaul achieved a 3rd place finish in the M20-24 division for the 26th mile and consistently ranked in the top five throughout the race. This demonstrates his ability to maintain a competitive edge and a steady performance among his peers. Consider focusing on sustained speed in the latter portion of the race to enhance the finish and possibly secure a higher overall ranking next time. Fantastic effort in a highly competitive field of 2593 participants!