Results/Photos

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

Consistent Pacing and Strong Finish Zaul Tlatelpa maintained remarkable pacing throughout the 2026 Surf City Marathon, averaging a pace of 6:38 minutes per mile over the 26.2 miles. His pacing consistency is evident as many splits hovered around the 6:31 to 6:35 minute per mile mark, with a slight increase in the final miles. Notably, Zaul's strongest pacing split was at mile 10, completing it in 6:19. This efficient distribution of effort positioned him competitively among other runners, especially in the M20-24 division where he secured the 5th spot. Zaul placed 9th among males at the demanding 26th mile, clocking a split of 7:20 per mile. This strong finish demonstrates his resilience and competitive strategy. Despite fluctuating slightly in the latter part of the race, his overall performance reflects a commendable display of endurance and strength, culminating in an overall placing of 21st among 2,517 participants. Consider exploring pacing strategies for the final miles to further enhance performance.