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Date: Feb. 1, 2026 Participant: Brian Kendrick #31311 Race: 2026 Surf City 5K Distance: 3.1 miles

Impressive Acceleration and Strong Finish in Surf City 5K Brian Kendrick showcased a unique pacing strategy at the 2026 Surf City 5K. Beginning with a first mile at 14:34 min/mile, he made significant gains in successive miles, including a standout split time of 1:19 for both his second and third splits. Notably, his third-mile pace increased to an impressive 5:43 min/mile, which is commendable. With an overall finish time of 17:19 for the 3.1-mile race, Brian's overall elapsed pace was 5:35 min/mile, securing him second place in the M40-44 division. This shows excellent capacity for mid-race acceleration and maintaining a competitive pace. While his overall placement was 13th among a field of 5020 participants, there might be potential to advance early pacing strategies for future races, potentially improving his already impressive division position.